Game Overview

Released by D. Gottlieb & Co. in 1982, this addictive arcade game quickly captured the hearts of gamers around the world. The game features a unique isometric perspective and colorful graphics, which were quite innovative for its time.

Gameplay Mechanics

The objective is simple yet challenging: players control a character whose goal is to change the color of each cube on a pyramid by hopping on them, all while evading a variety of obstacles and enemies. The game’s difficulty increases with each level as new challenges and adversaries emerge.

Historical Significance

Not only did it stand out for its unique gameplay but it also became an icon of 1980s pop culture. It was one of the early video games to introduce a defined character, which helped break away from the abstract concepts of earlier arcade games. Its popularity led to various ports and adaptations on different platforms, as well as a range of merchandise.

Trivia

• One interesting fact about this game is that it was initially conceptualized as a nuclear game before its iconic characters and gameplay mechanics took shape.
• Its name was actually a result of a series of impromptu decisions, with the developers looking for appealing and memorable branding.
• The character’s speech consisted of muddled symbols and sounds, becoming one of the first games to use voice synthesis to create a quirky gibberish language.