Underplayed Gems

Glider Rider (1986)

Glider Rider cover
Platforms
C64, Amstrad CPC
Where to get it
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How it feels

This is a basic, straightforward side-scrolling flight game with simple level layouts and a dated feel, giving a modest and functional piloting experience.

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About

Released in 1986 for the Commodore 64 and Amstrad CPC, Glider Rider features a player controlling an aircraft that travels from one end of the screen to another. The game presents two distinct levels designed with different layouts for navigation.

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