Old Ironsides (video game)
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| Publisher(s) | Xerox Educational Publications |
| Platform(s) | Apple II |
| Release | 1982 |
| Genre(s) | Naval wargaming |
Old Ironsides is a 1982 video game published by Xerox Educational Publications for the Apple II.
Gameplay
[edit]Old Ironsides is a game in which two players fight each other using ships armed with six guns on each side.[1]
Reception
[edit]Computer Gaming World reviewed the game and stated that "Old Ironsides (OI) is an excellent example of a game that combines graphic/arcade features with strategic planning."[1] Noting that it was not designed for solo play, InfoWorld said "It didn't hold my interest for more than a few minutes".[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Micro-Reviews". Computer Gaming World. Vol. 1, no. 10. May–Jun 1983. p. 41.
- ^ Lucas, Jay (1983-08-15). "Old Ironsides sailed, but War-of-1812 game is no sale". InfoWorld. Vol. 5, no. 33. p. 24. Retrieved 2025-04-27.