1988 · Krome Studios Melbourne · Action · Arcade

The Muncher

Originally a generic Rampage clone, Beam Software struck a deal with confectionary giant Leaf UK to incorporate their Chewits mascot known as 'The Muncher' into the game.

Released: 1988
Platforms: Commodore 64 Commodore C64/128/MAX ZX Spectrum
Genres: Action Arcade
Developers: Krome Studios Melbourne
Publishers: Gremlin Interactive
Modes: Single-player
Perspective: Side view
Themes: Action Science fiction
Country: Australia

About

The Muncher is a video game for the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum published in 1988 by Gremlin Graphics. It was developed by Beam Software. The game involves the monster from Chewits attacking modern day Japan.

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Gameplay

The objective is to cause as much destruction as possible in a 2D setting town. Points are awarded for various buildings destroyed. The monster has fire breath and can destroy buildings in this way.

Reception

The game received generally favorable reviews, with Mark Caswell of Crash magazine calling it "g-r-r-rreat stomping, frazzling, crushing fun!" Duncan MacDonald of Your Sinclair called it "A large sprite, prehistoric mega-romp and smash-em up with the emphasis on total destruction," but warned the reader, claiming the game had a "syrupy control response."