Space Harrier (1986)

Space Harrier was released in 1986 for the ZX Spectrum 48K. The game was published by Elite Systems Ltd, with code written by Keith Burkhill and a load screen designed by Jon Harrison.

This single-player arcade shoot-em-up is a conversion of the original Sega coin-op. It supports Kempston joysticks, Interface 2, and allows players to redefine keys. A unique graphical feature includes a cameo of a Moai Easter Island statue.

The game was sold on cassette for £7.95. Beyond the ZX Spectrum, it appeared on various other platforms including Amstrad CPC, BBC Micro, Commodore 64, NES, Sega Master System, Amiga, Sega Mega Drive, and Atari ST.

Space Harrier holds an average magazine review score of 76.63 percent. It received the 'Your Sinclair Megagame' award in the March 1987 issue of Your Sinclair, while Sinclair User gave the title a perfect 5 out of 5 rating.