Wriggler is an arcade, released 31 December 1985 on Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum.
What Wriggler is
Wriggler was released in 1985. It is available on Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum.
The premise, in the publisher's words
"THREE... TWO... ONE... GO!". And with a single shot from the starter's gun the regional championsoftheAnnualMaggot Marathon bite their lips and quickly set off on the most dangerous and highlighted event of the insect world sporting calendar. As you set your pace for the race ahead you r mind begins to drift when you think about the fame, glory and honour for the first contestant who completes the race in over thirty years. You are suddenly brought out of your dream as you realize you are being trampled on by an ant. You jump out of its way, thankful it did not follow you as others may do. But now in your weakened state you need food. Ah, you see some, but how do you get to it? And here is…
How it plays
It is played from a bird view / isometric perspective. Its themes are action. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
Wriggler launched on 31 December 1985, within three weeks of Bomberman, Summer Games II, Highway Encounter and Mercenary.
Released around the same time: Bomberman, Summer Games II, Highway Encounter, Mercenary.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.
Screenshots
All media
Quick answers
Wriggler — frequently asked questions
When did Wriggler come out?
Wriggler was released on 31 December 1985 for Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum.
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