Heart Attack

In Heart Attack, released in 1983 by Century Electronics, two players navigate maze-like environments to clear them of dots. The gameplay revolves around strategic obstacle placement; players can drop plugs to temporarily block pursuing enemies or freeze them in place for a short duration. Success hinges on completing the entire maze before time expires, demanding both speed and careful planning. The game utilizes Century’s Convertible Video System hardware and features straightforward controls consisting of an eight-way joystick and two buttons per player. Heart Attack offers cooperative play where players must coordinate their actions to overcome the challenges presented by the increasingly complex mazes. The title “The A Maze Zing” is a playful pun referencing the game’s puzzling nature.