Gunfright

Gunfright

Console: Sinclair ZX Spectrum
TV Standard: Region Not Set
Developer(s): Ultimate Play The Game
Publisher(s): Ultimate - Play the Game
Release Date: 1985-01-01
Players: 1
Co-op: No
ESRB: Not Rated
Type: Action, Adventure
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You play a sheriff in a small town called Black Rock who must hunt and kill a gang of outlaws who are hiding in it.
The game starts with a minigame – a shooting gallery type game – where money can be earned by shooting falling bags. The money can then be used to buy ammunition.
The main part of the game is similar to Nightshade – exploring an isometric, scrolling environment. Residents wander the streets and some are even helpful and point towards the outlaws. These residents have to be protected, though, as any deaths are penalised with fines.
When you find an outlaw Gunfright again switches to the shooting gallery game, only this time you must shoot the bad guy before he shoots you. You can wait for him to draw, or you can just plug him ASAP.