Speed Ball - Contest at Neonworld (prototype)

Speed Ball - Contest at Neonworld is a two-player sports game released by Williams in 1985. Players control paddles to propel a ball across a rectangular field toward their opponent's goal, utilizing a trackball for precise aiming and movement. The gameplay blends elements of handball and hockey within a vibrant, neon-lit environment; the visual style emphasizes bright colors against a stark background. This prototype version features simple controls—a single button alongside the trackball—allowing players to focus on strategic positioning and quick reflexes to block shots and score goals. Each player’s objective is to outmaneuver their opponent and successfully deposit the ball into the opposing team's net. The game displays a resolution of 292 x 240 pixels, running at a refresh rate of 60 Hz with a palette of sixteen colors. The internal hardware utilizes a Motorola M6809 CPU for processing and an M6808 CPU to generate the sound effects through a digital-to-analog converter. Designed for head-to-head competition, Speed Ball - Contest at Neonworld offers a straightforward yet engaging sports experience that emphasizes skill and quick thinking.