The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is a 1983 action game published by Wizard Video Games for the Atari 2600. Based on the classic horror film, it flips traditional gaming roles by placing players in control of the villain, Leatherface. The goal is to chase down fleeing victims across the landscape to score points, marking it as one of the earliest video games to feature a slasher theme and a playable antagonist.
How to Play
Your objective is to catch victims while managing your limited fuel supply. Hitting obstacles like fences, cow skulls, and wheelchairs will delay your movement and consume extra fuel. Move Leatherface using the arrow keys, and press the Spacebar to attack with the chainsaw. Keep an eye out for fuel cans to keep the chainsaw running and extend the game.
Tips
- Conserve your fuel: Only rev the chainsaw when you are right next to a victim. Leaving it running while chasing will drain your tank quickly and end your run.
- Dodge obstacles: Running into objects like wheelchairs and skulls stalls you for several seconds. It is always faster to steer around them than to get caught up.
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