Action game Blade Runner for ZX Spectrum

"Blade Runner" is a 1985 action-arcade game developed by CRL Group PLC for the ZX Spectrum 48K. The game places players in the role of a bounty hunter tasked with retiring renegade REPLIDROIDS. These androids have arrived on Earth with the mission to destroy their creators and end their enslavement.

The game begins at the police headquarters in the city center. Players control a skimmer, a hovercar, using a control panel that displays a detailed city sector map and the positions of REPLIDROIDS and their creators. The information screen continuously updates with data from the police HQ.

Players must navigate the city, locating REPLIDROIDS. Upon hovering over one, the game transitions to a street view where the player must pursue and retire the REPLIDROID quickly. A rotating directional antenna aids in tracking, allowing players to see approaching vehicles and REPLIDROIDS within the area.

"Blade Runner" offers a challenging experience for bounty hunters, with the potential for substantial rewards. However, the danger is significant, and survival is not guaranteed. The game is known for its engaging mechanics and the need for strategic planning in pursuit of the REPLIDROIDS.