Joinem

Published in 1983 by Global Corporation, Joinem is a two-player maze and escape game presented on a vertical screen. Players navigate identical, interconnected mazes simultaneously, working cooperatively to reach designated exit points. The gameplay requires coordination and careful planning as the pair must avoid obstacles and strategically open or close pathways within their respective environments to facilitate each other’s progress. The game utilizes a Zilog Z80 processor running at 8 MHz and displays graphics with a resolution of 256x256 pixels, utilizing a palette of 256 colors for its visual presentation. Each player's actions directly impact the other’s potential routes, emphasizing teamwork to overcome the challenges presented within the maze layouts. Successful completion demands communication and synchronization between players as they strive to escape together.