Underplayed Gems

Defuze (1983)

Defuze cover
Platforms
VIC-20
Where to get it
My Abandonware

How it feels

Navigating explosive puzzles feels like a methodical, low-stakes test of steady hand and patience within a basic digital screen.

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About

Released in 1983 for the Commodore VIC-20, *Defuze* offers an arcade-style experience centered on bomb disposal mechanics. Players must carefully navigate explosive hazards to successfully disarm dangerous devices within a digital environment defined by early home computer constraints.

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