Mouse Trap

Mouse Trap is a video game in the action genre developed by Exidy, Inc. and published by CBS Electronics originally released in 1983. It is currently playable on Intellivision, Arcade, Atari 2600, ColecoVision.

In the early 1980s, the home video game industry was booming, with new consoles and games being released at a rapid pace. One of these games was the classic Mouse Trap, originally released in 1981 as a board game by Milton Bradley. In 1983, the game was adapted for the Intellivision, Atari 2600, and ColecoVision consoles, becoming an instant hit among gamers.

The game, developed by Exidy, is a single-player maze game where the player controls a mouse trying to collect pieces of cheese while avoiding five different colored cats. The goal is to collect all the cheese before the cats catch the mouse. The game had simple yet addictive gameplay and was praised for its unique concept and challenging levels.

Each console version of Mouse Trap had its own distinct graphics and sound design. The Intellivision version boasted the best graphics out of the three, with detailed and colorful sprites and backgrounds. The Atari 2600 version, on the other hand, had simpler graphics but retained the overall charm of the game. The ColecoVision version had the fewest visual differences, but still maintained the fun and challenging gameplay.

One of the highlights of Mouse Trap was its use of a keypad controller, which was unique to the Intellivision console. This controller allowed for more precise movement of the mouse, adding to the game's overall immersion. The Atari 2600 and ColecoVision versions utilized their standard controllers, but still provided a seamless gaming experience.

Mouse Trap received positive reviews from critics and gamers alike. Its simple yet addictive gameplay and charming visuals made it a hit among all age groups. The game was also praised for its difficulty, as it progressively became more challenging with each level.

Despite its success, Mouse Trap faced criticism for its limited number of levels. The game only had one maze that was repeated with increasing difficulty, which some gamers found repetitive. However, this did not hinder the game's popularity and it remains a beloved classic to this day.

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