Cosmic Patrol is a first-person space combat game programmed by Jake Commander for the TRS-80 Model I and III, published by Instant Software in 1980.
Gameplay
Cosmic Patrol is a game in which the player pilots a Terran fighter with a mission to destroy the invading Quelons. The game is very similar to the 1978 Magnavox Odyssey² cartridge Cosmic Conflict!.
Reception
Jon Mishcon reviewed Cosmic Patrol in The Space Gamer No. 34. Mishcon commented that “If you’re really into video arcade, this is a good shoot-em-up. But it’s doubtful you’d spend [the price] to master this at an arcade.”
Reviews
- Moves #55, p31
References
External links
- Review in Kilobaud Microcomputing
Gamer24h Editor's Take
Cosmic Patrol has made quite a name for itself in the gaming world, captivating us with its distinctive atmosphere and compelling gameplay dynamics. Masterfully blending Space combat simulator mechanics with modern standards, the game's fluid gameplay makes hours fly by unnoticed. In short, an outstanding and immersive gaming experience awaits genre fans — we highly recommend giving it a shot!