Spy vs. Spy

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• ASIN: B0000457JW
• Product Dimensions: 4.9 x 0.9 x 4.9 inches
• Media: Game Cartridge
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,901 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

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GameSpot Review

Two of MAD Magazine's most popular characters have become more popular of late thanks to their appearance on the aforementioned humor publication's Saturday Night Live clone. Don't think, however, that this game has been released just to cash in on their recent upsurge - this is a colorized version of an early '90s release, which in turn was based on a Commodore 64 game released nigh on 15 years ago. So much for being on the cutting edge, eh? The gameplay basically goes like a prototype capture the flag. White and black operate in their own flick-screen window, moving from one area of the level to another, looking for goodies. In each stage there are four essential spy-related items for you to find before getting shot, stabbed, blown up, or electrocuted. Each screen has areas for your spy to search or leave traps for the unsuspecting opponent to discover. These traps make Spy Vs. Spy such a hilarious experience. Put a bucket of water above a door, and, with a bit of luck, you are soon treated to the sight of your hapless foe receiving an unexpected dose of H2O. If you can't think of any tricks to pull on the scenery, you can always just go and throw the other spy a well-timed punch or two. Knocking them out is vital, so you have more time to search for those precious documents. Find all four, and you can escape in a nearby getaway plane. For a game that worked perfectly in black and white, Spy Vs. Spy makes excellent use of the new color capabilities. Being able to identify your location simply by the color of the walls in the room you're in makes the gameplay a lot smoother than having to look at the always accessible map. This is essential when you're enjoying a two-player linked game, and the race against time is really on. Everything else is pretty much the same as before, which translates as merely adequate these days. The gameplay is still as addictive as ever, although playing against a computer is nowhere near as much fun as taking on a real live human challenger (as opposed to a dead one?). Spy Vs. Spy is a fast-paced, comedic strategy title especially suited for the more vindictive of players (which is pretty much all of us, really).--Cameron Davis--Copyright © 1998 GameSpot Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of GameSpot is prohibited.

Manufacturer Description

The diabolical duo of double-cross and deceit are at it again in another adventure! Their mission: to be the first to steal the secret data and make a successful getaway. But it won't be easy! The data is hidden in a building filled with deadly maze rooms booby traps and other sinister surprises!

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7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars spy vs. spy, September 30, 2003

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This review is from: Spy vs. Spy (Game Cartridge)

this is the the most fun you've had in ageges. split your side with funny's set booby trap's collect 5 items and you can connect gameboys for two player double trouble. mad does it good.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Has dated quite badly, June 25, 2005

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= Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Spy vs. Spy (Game Cartridge)

Originally a hit when released in the arcades in the 80's Spy vs Spy also enjoyed success on just about every home console. I myself had it on the Commodore 64 along with the sequel 'Island Adventure' and the third one called 'Arctic Antics', which were better.

The trouble with the original Spy vs Spy is that the gameplay, while briefly fun, was too limited and the rooms of the big building you ran about in looked the same. It was easy to get lost and there was nothing particularly visually interesting about the game.

But for Spy vs Spy or MAD Magazine completest this game is a must. I've yet to play the new Spy vs Spy game (it only came out on PS2 and XBOX-I have a Gamecube) but it will probably be better than this. If you have a vintage console at home then get Spy vs Spy II or III.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good game! But very easy..., November 3, 2004

A Kid's Review

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Spy vs. Spy (Game Cartridge)

I'm a 10 year old that's gamed since I was 3. It might just be me, but it's easy. I know the ultimate password. But very fun!