The instructions that come with
this terrifyingly comprehensive
submarine sim would probably be
sufficient to wallpaper a small
basement flat - even after being
reduced onto microfilm, as they
have been to fit them into the
game's titchy cassette box. But
fear not. With the aid of my trusty
magnifying glass/potato peeler (it
came free with 5 litres of
multigrade) I've spent the last
three weeks analysing them in
every detail, and I can safely say
there's nothing I don't know about
underwater warfare.
A thorough explanation of the
game's workings in the
inadequate space I've been
allotted would be impossible (and
incredibly boring) so I won't even
try it. Rest assured, however, that
if it's got anything to do with
submarines it's in there - from
conning towers to Christmas
trees. (No, really!) And if you're
prepared to immerse yourself in it
properly,
Silent Service is an
utterly absorbing game. All that's
really missing is a proper
submarine atmosphere, but that's
easily provided by some pieces of
red cellophane, a few holes
strategically drilled in the central
heating pipes and an obliging
friend or relative under orders to
shake your chair about at
moments of tension.
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