Hot Shocker

Hot Shocker challenges players in a unique maze pursuit released in 1982 by E.G. Felaco under license from Domino. Controlling a character named Dudley, the gameplay centers on altering the color of a web-like structure as you navigate through an enclosed space. A persistent chase is ever present, demanding quick reflexes and strategic pathfinding to avoid capture while simultaneously modifying the environment. The game utilizes a vertical screen resolution of 224x256 pixels and features a palette of 98 colors driven by two Zilog Z80 processors for both main gameplay and sound generation, along with General Instrument AY8910 chips. Players manage Dudley’s movements using an eight-way joystick and a single button to change the web's color as they move through the maze. Developed and engineered by Bruno De Georgio, Hot Shocker offers a distinct take on the maze genre that combines agile maneuvering with the need to manipulate level elements—a design choice reflective of early 1980s arcade innovation.