Shark Attack

Dive into danger in Shark Attack, a frantic two-player shooter from Pacific Novelty released in 1980. Players take control of a hungry shark, navigating an underwater environment and pursuing divers who appear unexpectedly. The gameplay revolves around relentlessly hunting down these human intruders for points, but be wary – they’re armed with harpoons! Controlling the shark involves using an eight-way joystick to maneuver it through the water while utilizing two buttons: one for thrusting forward and another simply labeled “MUNCH.” Successfully devouring divers earns points, which increase in value based on the number consumed. A unique audio element accompanies the action; a looping cassette tape plays a quirky narrative featuring voices searching for and reacting to the player’s shark. The game offers escalating challenges as players continue their aquatic rampage. Eating twenty-eight divers rewards them with an extra shark and resets the scoring system, ensuring continuous, high-stakes underwater hunting. Shark Attack provides fast-paced action ideal for cooperative play or competitive scores.