Pirate Treasure

Navigate a maze of islands in Pirate Treasure, a cooperative two-player game released in 1982 by Pacific Polytechnical Corp., under license from Tong Electronic. Players pilot red pirate ships across a series of interconnected landmasses, earning points for raiding islands of varying sizes—from small outcroppings to substantial havens. A persistent black enemy ship patrols the waters, posing a constant threat; collisions lead to your ship’s destruction, and the enemy can even trigger volcanic eruptions on previously raided islands. The core gameplay revolves around collecting treasure chests that appear throughout the maze. These treasures award significant points, with values ranging from 1000 to 7000 depending on the stage, plus a bonus based on subsequent island raids. While movement is generally free across the screen, certain edges may be blocked, adding an element of strategic navigation. Players progress through seven distinct stages themed around notorious pirates like Captain Hook and Blackbeard, each presenting increased difficulty. Upon successfully stealing all seven treasures, players are greeted by an intermission sequence featuring a grinning skull and crossbones—a signal that the challenge begins anew with escalating complexity. The game rewards skillful play; reaching 90,000 points grants an additional ship to aid in the treasure hunt. Designed with younger audiences in mind, Pirate Treasure is notably compact, intended for smaller arcade cabinets suited to children aged three to five.