Islands of Beta (1984)

Platforms

Apple II

Where to get it

My Abandonware

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

This game feels like a slow, methodical journey through a series of mysterious islands, with a focus on puzzle-solving and discovery.

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About

Released in 1984 for the Apple II, *Islands of Beta* presents an adventure set across various islands within its titular world. The title suggests a focus on exploration and navigation through these distinct island environments.

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