Into Oblivion

Into Oblivion

Developer	Stephen Curtis
Company
Publisher	Mastertronic
Musician
Release	1986
Platform(s)	CPC
Genre	Shoot-'em-up
OS
Game Modes	Single player
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Into Oblivion is a shoot-'em-up by Mastertronic.

Plot

Following the destruction of the evil computer that once ruled this galaxy you must seek the only safe planet to avoid the erratic droids (the evil computers leftover servants) who have been programmed to obliterate you. With 2,500 screens your task is not easy, however, if you do not succeed you will be blown into oblivion by the droids.

Gameplay

You control the 'Seeker MK II' (The original 'Seeker' was in Nonterraqueous) around which allows for exploration of the various screens. Joystick or keyboard can be used. There are various hazardous life forms about (erratic and unpredictable droids and a primitive race of human-like creatures) which you can destroy with your unlimited supply of laser beams. Space craft exist which can take you to other planets. Be aware of where you have been as it is easy to get lost. Scattered around are various objects to keep you amused. You have 9 lives and you will need them as there are 42 planets and 2500 screens. Good luck!

Ties with Previous Games

According to the "Aim of the Game" text on the reverse side of the inlay, this game follows on from Nonterraqueous 2 (Soul of a Robot).
In this game you must actually collect 'Psyche' - in the previous Nonterraqueous games, you already have 'Psyche'.
There are 42 planets to explore, in Nonterraqueous there were 42 levels to explore.
One of the planets is named Nonterra.

Critical reception

Amstrad Action gave Into Oblivion an overall rating of 70%, highlighting the large number of screens and the exploration and mapping required to find the safe planet. However, the gameplay was criticized for the lack of excitement from obstacles and enemies.