been played before entering the self
test mode. If the test switch is put on
just after a game, or in the middle of a
game, it is possible to erase the top
three scores in the high score table or
to ruin the game statistics. Garbage
numbers may result.
Available information
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The information displayed on the
Information Display includes the
number of credits per coin (left and
right), number of credits for each push
of the utility coin switch, game diffi-
culty, ships per game, number of
games played , and average game time .
Part of the self-test mode checks
every switch (even takes into account
the control buttons for both first and
second player, although the same
buttons are used for both players ,
alternately), two RAM's , 10 ROM's,
and three intergrated circuits that
include one EAROM and two custom
I/ 0 chips.
There are five possible modes of
operation on Gravitar:
1. Demonstration - This mode
allows operators to enter all the differ-
ent planets to view the terrains and
obstacles without being attacked or hit.
This must be every player's ultimate
dream. It gives the operator a chance
to make believe he is a great player.
Seriously, it is a troubleshooting aid.
2. Attract Mode- One of four pos-
sible screens or pictures is repeated
every 30 seconds.
3. High Score Mode- This mode
starts if a player gets into one of the
eight high score level brackets. The
player has one full minute to enter his
or her initials. The other two modes
are, of course, play and self test.
Pretty good
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Atari games usually get a pretty
good rating and Gravitar will be no
exception. The cabinet is well-
designed . won't come apart when
kicked , and its surface paint and
graphics will hold up. I feel the speaker
grills could be stronger, and the top
edge of the control panel can be bent.
The game has n't been out in the field
long enough to notice any recurring
problems. There are no joysticks to
wear out and break. The power suppl y
has prove n very reliable on past games.
If the monitor doesn 't overload, as do
some Tempest monitors. Gravirar will
be a very reliable game. I'll give it a 8.9
out of 10.
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PLAY MmR. December 1, 1982