Q*Bert (1983)
Q*Bert is a popular arcade game originally released in 1982, with the Commodore 64 version published by Parker Brothers in 1983. The goal is to change all the tiles on a pyramid to the target color by guiding Q*Bert as he hops from tile to tile. Early levels require a single hop per tile, while later levels demand multiple hops or careful avoidance. Opposing Q*Bert are various enemies including Coily the snake, Slick and Sam, and falling balls. Floating discs at the edges of the pyramid can be used as escape routes, allowing Q*Bert to avoid danger and return safely to the top of the pyramid.
Objective Change all tiles on the pyramid to the target color while avoiding enemies. Controls Keyboard • Move — Arrow keys (diagonal movement) • Jump — Directional movement only (no separate jump button) Gameplay • Each hop changes the color of the tile Q*Bert lands on • Later levels may require multiple hops per tile • Avoid enemies such as Coily the snake, Slick and Sam, and falling balls • Use floating discs at the pyramid edges to escape enemies • Complete the pyramid to advance to the next level Modes • 1 Player (single-player arcade puzzle action) • 2 Players (take turns)