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Moonsweeper
Moonsweeper
	Moonsweeper Retail Packaging
Publisher(s)	Imagic
Original Retail Price	$39.95 (USD)
Programmer(s)	Manolito Adan
Part#	PHM 3224
Format(s)	Solid State SoftwareTM Command Module
Release	1984 (1st quarter)
Genre(s)	Action, Shooter

Latest revision as of 00:55, 6 October 2022

Moonsweeper is a action/Shooter style video game created by Imagic for multiple video game systems including the TI-99/4A. It was programmed by Manolito Adan. It was distributed by Texas Instruments (TI) and sold on Solid State Software^TM Command Module cartridge as part number PHM 3224. It was released during the first quarter of 1984 and originally retailed for $39.95 (USD).

Gameplay

The player's goal in Moonsweeper is to rescue miners from moons in Star Quadrant Jupiter. The player starts in deep space near the sun in the same quadrant. He/she must first avoid deadly aurora flares, photon torches, and space bullets coming from the sun. Occassionally as you fly through space, a moon will pass by. Flying near a moon causes the USS Moonsweeper controlled by the player to descend to the surface of that moon. The player then flies where he/she will begin to see miners along its surface. The ultimate goal for the player is to collect all the stranded miners from the surface by flying over them. The moons' surfaces also present a multitude of obstacles that the player needs to avoid. These include towers and lunar satelittes. Once the player has collected six miners (the maximum number the USS Moonsweeper can carry) the player must take off from the moon's surface by using the accelerator rings to return the miners. The player does have the ability to shoot photon torpedoes ans shields to help them along the way.

Advertising Blurb

Spring 1984 Triton Catalog

Alert, alert! As pilot of the USS Moonsweeper, you must rescue miners, land while evading photon torches and satellites, defend your ship from space bullets and armed launchers. Then catch accelerator rings to pick up speed and escape! A 1-player game. (Wired Remote Controllers recommended.)

From Front of User Manual

USS Moonsweeper alert! Reach and rescue miners stranded on hostile moons in Star Quadrant "Jupiter 2." Warning! Deadly photon torches, space bullets, and armed launcher ships are programmed to destroy you.

Manual

Introducing Moonsweeper

Powerful forces have conquered the moons in Star Quadrant Jupiter 2 and taken control of the mines. The miners have escaped,but are stranded on the moons of Jupiter. Pilot the USS Moons weeper through dangerous photon torches and satellites to reach a moon. On the moon, defend your ship from obstacles and enemies as you rescue miners. Rescue six miners and use the accelerator rings to pick up speed. Then, blast off into orbit to begin another rescue mission.

With Moonsweeper, you

Control the flight and defense of the USS Moonsweeper
Battle evil forces on two different game screens
Enjoy colorful graphics and exciting sound effects
Progress through increasing levels of difficulty in this one-player game
Use Joystick Controllers or keyboard control

The Moonsweeper Mission

As the pilot of the USS Moonsweeper. you must rescue the miners stranded on the moons of Jupiter. Maneuver your ship to destroy photon torches and satellites in orbit. Then, fly the Moonsweeper to an orbiting moon to begin the rescue. Beware of towers and hostile surface destroyers! Your score increases as you rescue miners and destroy the enemy's towers, surface destroyers, and launcher ships. Once you have rescued the six miners the Moonsweeper can carry, fly through accelerator rings. When you have gained enough speed, you escape the moon and return to Jupiter's orbit to continue your mission.

Journey to the Moons

As the game begins, you are piloting one of your five Moonsweepers in Jupiter's orbit. You must reach one of the moons to begin your rescue. Dangerous obstacles are also orbiting the planet. Destroy these obstacles as you try to reach a moon.

Dangers in Space

Destroy or outmaneuver these dangerous obstacles before they track your position and destroy your ship!

		Photon torch
		Satellite

Leaving Space

Pilot the Moonsweeper to one of the moons orbiting Jupiter. When you fly over the moon, you enter its gravity field and descend automatically.

The colors of the moons indicate levels of increasing difficulty. Blue and green moons can be found in all orbits. Yellow and red moons appear in later orbits.

Moon	Level
Blue	Beginner
Green	Intermediate
Yellow	Advanced
Red	Supreme Challenge

Rescue on the Moons

After you reach a moon, you cruise above the lunar surface in search of miners. You see the miners who are waiting for rescue from the surface of the moon. Swiftly fly over them to transport them aboard your craft.

Dangers on the Moons

The moons hold many dangers for the USS Moonsweeper. Enemy launcher ships drop surface destroyers that fire deadly space bullets from all angles. You must dodge the space bullets while firing at enemy craft and rescuing miners.

Watch out for tall towers! A collision means destruction for the Moonsweeper.

Destroy these enemies on the moons:

		Tower
		Surface destroyers
		Launcher ship

Leaving the Moon

When the USS Moonsweeper has a full passenger load of six miners, gain speed by flying through accelerator rings and blast off into orbit.

Jupiter has four orbits, numbered 0 through 3. You advance to the next orbit each time you blast off. After your third blast-off, you return to the first orbit.

Rescue and Defense

Maneuvering the USS Moons weeper through enemy territory requires strategy and quick thinking. Transport miners to safety by dodging attackers. Defend your ship by firing short-range and long-range missiles. The control panel at the bottom of the screen allows you to monitor your speed, the direction of your fire, and the location of the miners. The panel also shows the number of the orbit and the number of remaining Moons weepers. Watch your fuel gauge! You lose a ship when you run out of fuel.

Reaching the Surface of a Moon

You can pilot the Moonsweeper to any one of the moons orbiting Jupiter. To reach a moon, fly the Moonsweeper over it.

Rescuing the Miners

As you fly over the moon's surface, maneuver your ship to rescue a maximum of six miners. As your skills improve, fly at a fast speed to pick up miners quickly. Confirm a rescue by hearing the sound and seeing a symbol for the rescued miner appear on the control panel. To rescue miners:

Watch the radar spotter on your control panel to see where the next miner appears
Pick up miners by flying over them

Blasting Off from a Moon

After you have picked up six miners, accelerator rings appear on the surface of the moon. The rings are your only means of reaching blast-off speed. Fly through the rings until you gain enough speed to blast off into space.

If your ship is destroyed before blasting off, you must pilot your new ship through accelerator rings to regain speed.

Defending the Moonsweeper

You have short-range and long-range missiles in the Moonsweeper's arsenal. Short-range missiles can be fired more rapidly than long-range.

During your flight through space, all missiles are long-range and can destroy all obstacles.

For best effect when fighting on a moon, use short-range missiles to destroy surface destroyers and towers. Use long-range missiles to destroy launcher ships.

Scoring

You earn 10 points for every satellite you destroy in orbit. On the moons, you earn points for rescuing miners, destroying enemies, and blasting off successfully. Point values increase as you progress to more difficult moons. For every 10,000 points, you receive an extra Moonsweeper, 100 bonus points, and a full fuel tank. You can have only five Moons weepers at a time. If you have five Moonsweepers and reach a 10,000-point mark, you do not receive an extra ship, 100 bonus points, or a full fuel tank.

Moon	Rescue Miner	Shoot tower of surface destroy	Shoot launcher ship	Blast off
Blue	10	10	200	900
Green	20	10	200	1225
Yellow	30	40	300	1470
Red	40	80	300	1960

Piloting the USS Moonsweeper

The USS Moonsweeper is the miners' only hope for survival. Race to their rescue and escape before the enemy forces destroy you. You can pilot the USS Moonsweeper using the keyboard or Joystick Controllers. Fire your missiles to destroy obstacles and enemies.

Navigating Your Ship with the Keyboard

Use these keys to maneuver your ship.

Press	Actions
(←) S, J	Moves ship left
(→) D, K	Moves ship right
E, I	Increases speed
X, M	Decreases speed

Firing Missiles with the Keyboard

Use these keys to fire missiles.

Press	Action
Q, Y, V, or (.)	Fires missiles in space and short-range missiles on moons
1 or 6	Fires missiles in space and long-range missiles on moons

Navigating Your Ship with Joysticks

Use the joysticks to maneuver your ship.

Press	Action
Lever left	Moves ship left
Lever right	Moves ship right
Lever forward (toward FIRE button)	Increases speed
Lever backward (away from FIRE button)	Decreses speed

Firing Missiles with Joysticks

Use the joysticks to fire missiles.

Press	Action
FIRE	Fires missiles in space and short-range missiles on moons
Lever backward and press FIRE	Fires missiles in space and long-range missiles on moons

Note: The ALPHA LOCK must be in the OFF (up) position when using the Joystick Controllers.

Special Features

Several features of Moonsweeper allow you to pause during game action, end the game, and play the game again.

Using Pause During the Game

You can stop the action in space or on the moons by pressing P. Press any key to resume play.

Ending the Game

The Moonsweeper mission ends automatically when your last Moonsweeper is destroyed. You may end the game at any time by pressing QUIT to return to the master title screen.

Playing the Game Again

You may go back to the beginning of the game by pressing BACK to return to the Moonsweeper title screen or by pressing REDO to play again.

Downloads

Moonsweeper Cartridge
Moonsweeper Manual Front Cover
Moonsweeper Theme Song
Moonsweeper End of Game Song
Moonsweeper Manual Complete (pdf format)
Moonsweeper MAME/MESS Rom (rpk format)

References

External Links

[1] "TI99ers On-Line User Group: TI-99 Cartridge Listing".

[2] "TI Video Game House: Moonsweeper".

[1]

[2]

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+Moonsweeper is a [[:Category:Action|action]]/[[:Category:Shooter|Shooter]] style video game created by [[:Category:Imagic|Imagic]] for multiple video game systems including the TI-99/4A. It was programmed by [[Manolito Adan]]. It was distributed by [[:Category:Texas Instruments|Texas Instruments (TI)]] and sold on [[:Category:Solid State Software Command Module|Solid State Software<sup>TM</sup> Command Module]] cartridge as part number PHM 3224. It was released during the [[:Category:1984 Software|first quarter of 1984]] and originally retailed for $39.95 (USD).
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+| caption = Moonsweeper Retail Packaging <ref>{{cite web|title=TI99ers On-Line User Group: TI-99 Cartridge Listing|url=http://www.ti99ers.org/timeline/cartbytitle.html#L}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web|title=TI Video Game House: Moonsweeper|url=https://www.videogamehouse.net/moonsweeper.html}}</ref>
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 | format = [[:Category:Solid State Software Command Module|Solid State Software<sup>TM</sup> Command Module]]
 | released = [[:Category:1984 Software|1984 (1st quarter)]]
-| genre = [[:Category:Action|Action]]
+| genre = [[:Category:Action|Action]], [[:Category:Shooter|Shooter]]
 | price = $39.95 (USD)
 }}
 ==Gameplay==
-'''Jungle Hunt''' consists of four unique levels of play called scenes. Each scene has a different objective described below:
+The player's goal in Moonsweeper is to rescue miners from moons in Star Quadrant Jupiter. The player starts in deep space near the sun in the same quadrant. He/she must first avoid deadly aurora flares, photon torches, and space bullets coming from the sun. Occassionally as you fly through space, a moon will pass by. Flying near a moon causes the USS Moonsweeper controlled by the player to descend to the surface of that moon. The player then flies where he/she will begin to see miners along its surface. The ultimate goal for the player is to collect all the stranded miners from the surface by flying over them. The moons' surfaces also present a multitude of obstacles that the player needs to avoid. These include towers and lunar satelittes. Once the player has collected six miners (the maximum number the USS Moonsweeper can carry) the player must take off from the moon's surface by using the accelerator rings to return the miners. The player does have the ability to shoot photon torpedoes ans shields to help them along the way.
-'''Scene one''' is the jungle scene. The player on this level has to swing from vine to vine, timing each jump from one vine to land perfectly on the next. Missing the next vine results in the player falling to the jungle floor which results in the loss of one life.
-'''Scene two''' is the water scene. The player swims through a crocodile-infested river. The player can attack crocodiles from beneath using a knife. However, if the crocodile's mouth is open, the player cannot successfully attack without losing one life. The player must periodically surface for air to prevent drowning. Bubbles will occasionally rise from the river's floor which can trap the player, carrying him/her to the surface or causing the player to float into a crocodile.
-'''Scene three''' is the rock scene. The player dodges multiple-sized boulders that roll and bounce towards him as he/she runs up the side of a volcano. Timing, again, is critical. The different-sized rocks bounce at different speeds and heights. Failing to dodge the boulders with the right timing can trap the player between them.
-'''Scene four''' is the native scene. The player attempts to rescue a woman who is being lowered into a flaming cauldron while evading cannibals that have her captured. If successful in rescuing the woman, the words "Congratulations!" and "I Love You!!!" appear showing completion of the sequence.
-After freeing the woman, the player repeats the four scenes above with increased difficulty. For example, on the first native scene, the cannibals don't throw spears, but all cycles after the first they do.
 ==Advertising Blurb==
-===Fall 1985 Triton Catalog===
+===Spring 1984 Triton Catalog===
-Hungry cannibals have captured a fair maiden. To save here you must traverse the treacherous jungle terrain, swing from vines, swim Reptile River, dodge cascading rocks, and more.
+Alert, alert! As pilot of the USS Moonsweeper, you must rescue miners, land while evading photon torches and satellites, defend your ship from space bullets and armed launchers. Then catch accelerator rings to pick up speed and escape! A 1-player game. (Wired Remote Controllers recommended.)
-===From Back of Retail Packaging===
+===From Front of User Manual===
-Guess who they're having for dinner? Savage cannibals have kidnapped your traveling companion, and you must rescue her before they turn her into stew! In the deep jungle forest, you jump from rope to rope. Then you brave the crocodile-infested river and a landslide of huge boudlers. You reach the cannibal's campsite just in time - your sweetie hangs suspended over a hot cauldron of boiling goo!
+USS Moonsweeper alert! Reach and rescue miners stranded on hostile moons in Star Quadrant "Jupiter 2." Warning! Deadly photon torches, space bullets, and armed launcher ships are programmed to destroy you.
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-===Starting the Hunt===
-NOTE: Compatible with all TI 99/4A computers except units with a Version 2.2 Operating System
-Load the JUNGLE HUNT cartridge into your TI 99/4A as explained in your computer owner's guide, and turn on your computer. Plug joysticks into the joystick controller. NOTE: Make sure the ALPHA LOCK key is in the up position when using joysticks. If you are not using joysticks, consult the Keyboard Control Chart for instructions on using the keyboard.
+===Introducing Moonsweeper===
+Powerful forces have conquered the moons in Star Quadrant Jupiter 2 and taken control of the mines. The miners have escaped,but are stranded on the moons of Jupiter. Pilot the USS Moons weeper through dangerous photon torches and satellites to reach a moon. On the moon, defend your ship from obstacles and enemies as you rescue miners. Rescue six miners and use the accelerator rings to pick up speed. Then, blast off into orbit to begin another rescue mission.
+-----
+With Moonsweeper, you
+* Control the flight and defense of the USS Moonsweeper
+* Battle evil forces on two different game screens
+* Enjoy colorful graphics and exciting sound effects
+* Progress through increasing levels of difficulty in this one-player game
+* Use Joystick Controllers or keyboard control
+===The Moonsweeper Mission===
+As the pilot of the USS Moonsweeper. you must rescue the miners stranded on the moons of Jupiter. Maneuver your ship to destroy photon torches and satellites in orbit. Then, fly the Moonsweeper to an orbiting moon to begin the rescue. Beware of towers and hostile surface destroyers! Your score increases as you rescue miners and destroy the enemy's towers, surface destroyers, and launcher ships. Once you have rescued the six miners the Moonsweeper can carry, fly through accelerator rings. When you have gained enough speed, you escape the moon and return to Jupiter's orbit to continue your mission.
+-----
+====Journey to the Moons====
+As the game begins, you are piloting one of your five Moonsweepers in Jupiter's orbit. You must reach one of the moons to begin your rescue. Dangerous obstacles are also orbiting the planet. Destroy these obstacles as you try to reach a moon.
-The Master Title Screen should be displayed on the screen. Press any key to display the master selection list. Press the numbered key which corresponds to Jungle Hunt and the game title screen will appear. Press any key to display the Options Screen, which will allow you to choose one of three difficulty levels. Press ENTER to proceed directly to game play.
+====Dangers in Space====
-===Keyboard Controls===
+Destroy or outmaneuver these dangerous obstacles before they track your position and destroy your ship!
+{|
+|-
+| [[File:Moonsweeper - Photon Torch.png|40px]] || || Photon torch
+|-
+| [[File:Moonsweeper - Satellite.png|40px]] || || Satellite
+|}
+====Leaving Space====
+Pilot the Moonsweeper to one of the moons orbiting Jupiter. When you fly over the moon, you enter its gravity field and descend automatically.
+The colors of the moons indicate levels of increasing difficulty. Blue and green moons can be found in all orbits. Yellow and red moons appear in later orbits.
 {| class="wikitable"
 |-
-!  !! Right Handed !! Left Handed
+! Moon !! Level
 |-
-| style="text-align:center;" |  Up  || style="text-align:center;" |  E || style="text-align:center;" |  I
+| Blue || Beginner
 |-
-| style="text-align:center;" |  Down || style="text-align:center;" |  X || style="text-align:center;" |  M
+| Green || Intermediate
 |-
-| style="text-align:center;" |  Left || style="text-align:center;" |  S || style="text-align:center;" |  J
+| Yellow || Advanced
 |-
-| style="text-align:center;" |  Right || style="text-align:center;" |  D || style="text-align:center;" |  K
+| Red || Supreme Challenge
+|}
+====Rescue on the Moons====
+After you reach a moon, you cruise above the lunar surface in search of miners. You see the miners who are waiting for rescue from the surface of the moon. Swiftly fly over them to transport them aboard your craft.
+====Dangers on the Moons====
+The moons hold many dangers for the USS Moonsweeper. Enemy launcher ships drop surface destroyers that fire deadly space bullets from all angles. You must dodge the space bullets while firing at enemy craft and rescuing miners.
+Watch out for tall towers! A collision means destruction for the Moonsweeper.
+Destroy these enemies on the moons:
+{|
 |-
-| style="text-align:center;" |  Fire Button || style="text-align:center;" |  Y or . || style="text-align:center;" |  Q or V
+| [[File:Moonsweeper - Tower.png|40px]] || || Tower
+|-
+| [[File:Moonsweeper - Surface Destroyers.png|40px]] || || Surface destroyers
+|-
+| [[File:Moonsweeper - Launcher Ship.png|40px]] || || Launcher ship
 |}
-===The Primitive Jungle===
+====Leaving the Moon====
-You and your travel companion were enjoying a leisurely jungle safari when suddenly you were accosted by two savage cannibals. They spirited away your lady friend and plan to stew her up for dinner. You'd better rescue her quickly or your sweetie will be supper!
-But you have an inkling where they've taken her. To reach her, you must swing through an impassable jungle on ropes, swim through a crocodile infested river, maneuver through a landslide of boulders, and finally fight off the horde of savages wielding pointed spears. Your darling is suspended over a steaming cauldron of bubbling broth, and is steadily slipping into the drink.+
+When the USS Moonsweeper has a full passenger load of six miners, gain speed by flying through accelerator rings and blast off into orbit.
+Jupiter has four orbits, numbered 0 through 3. You advance to the next orbit each time you blast off. After your third blast-off, you return to the first orbit.
-===On With the Hunt===
+===Rescue and Defense===
-The hunter starts each game with four lives and earns a fifth upon scoring 10,000 points. When the hunt starts, your timer will count down from 5000. You must reach your lady love before it runs out. You'll score more bonus points for rescuing her quickly; so don't waste time!
+Maneuvering the USS Moons weeper through enemy territory requires strategy and quick thinking. Transport miners to safety by dodging attackers. Defend your ship by firing short-range and long-range missiles. The control panel at the bottom of the screen allows you to monitor your speed, the direction of your fire, and the location of the miners. The panel also shows the number of the orbit and the number of remaining Moons weepers. Watch your fuel gauge! You lose a ship when you run out of fuel.
-The forest will test your coordination and timing as you swing from the dangling ropes and jump by pressing the "FIRE" button from one to the next. Since some ropes swing faster than others, you'll have to time your leaps carefully Don't wait too long to jump, or the hunter will become weak and fall into the brush.
+====Reaching the Surface of a Moon====
-From the last of the trees, you jump into the crocodile-infested river. Once in the water, you must swim out of the way of the crocs or fend them off with your knife. Press the "FIRE" button to stab them. Beware: make sure
+You can pilot the Moonsweeper to any one of the moons orbiting Jupiter. To reach a moon, fly the Moonsweeper over it.
-you stab them in the snout - your knife is useless if their mouths are open. Keep an eye on the air gauge though, because if you run out of air while underwater, you'll lose a life. Just resurface to replenish your air supply When you reach the riverbank, the boulder field lies ahead.
-As the rocks tumble toward you, jump over them or run beneath to avoid being crushed. You can control your left or right movement with the joystick, leap into the air by pressing the "FIRE" button, and jump higher if the joystick is pressed up.
+====Rescuing the Miners====
-Once you've passed the boulders, you're finally in reach of your companion, but she's being guarded by spear-wielding savages. You must dodge the dancing cannibals by running left or right and jumping over their spears. You finally leap up to your love for a tearful reunion, followed by a reward of additional bonus points for any time remaining.
+As you fly over the moon's surface, maneuver your ship to rescue a maximum of six miners. As your skills improve, fly at a fast speed to pick up miners quickly. Confirm a rescue by hearing the sound and seeing a symbol for the rescued miner appear on the control panel. To rescue miners:
+* Watch the radar spotter on your control panel to see where the next miner appears
+* Pick up miners by flying over them
+====Blasting Off from a Moon====
+After you have picked up six miners, accelerator rings appear on the surface of the moon. The rings are your only means of reaching blast-off speed. Fly through the rings until you gain enough speed to blast off into space.
+If your ship is destroyed before blasting off, you must pilot your new ship through accelerator rings to regain speed.
+====Defending the Moonsweeper====
+You have short-range and long-range missiles in the Moonsweeper's arsenal. Short-range missiles can be fired more rapidly than long-range.
+During your flight through space, all missiles are long-range and can destroy all obstacles.
+For best effect when fighting on a moon, use short-range missiles to destroy surface destroyers and towers. Use long-range missiles to destroy launcher ships.
 ===Scoring===
-{|
+You earn 10 points for every satellite you destroy in orbit. On the moons, you earn points for rescuing miners, destroying enemies, and blasting off successfully. Point values increase as you progress to more difficult moons. For every 10,000 points, you receive an extra Moonsweeper, 100 bonus points, and a full fuel tank. You can have only five Moons weepers at a time. If you have five Moonsweepers and reach a 10,000-point mark, you do not receive an extra ship, 100 bonus points, or a full fuel tank.
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+! Moon !! Rescue Miner !! Shoot tower of surface destroy !! Shoot launcher ship !! Blast off
+|-
+| Blue || 10 || 10 || 200 || 900
+|-
+| Green || 20 || 10 || 200 || 1225
+|-
+| Yellow || 30 || 40 || 300 || 1470
 |-
-| [[File:Jungle Hunt - Forest Scene.jpg|125px]] || style="text-align:right;" | '''FOREST SCENE'''
+| Red || 40 || 80 || 300 || 1960
-Each Successful jump on rope ... 100
+|}
-Bonus for finishing ... 500
+===Piloting the USS Moonsweeper===
+The USS Moonsweeper is the miners' only hope for survival. Race to their rescue and escape before the enemy forces destroy you. You can pilot the USS Moonsweeper using the
+keyboard or Joystick Controllers. Fire your missiles to destroy obstacles and enemies.
+-----
+====Navigating Your Ship with the Keyboard ====
+Use these keys to maneuver your ship.
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+| '''Press''' || '''Actions'''
+|-
+| ('''←''') '''S''', '''J''' || Moves ship left
+|-
+| ('''→''') '''D''', '''K''' || Moves ship right
+|-
+| '''E''', '''I''' || Increases speed
 |-
-| [[File:Jungle Hunt - Water Scene.jpg|125px]] || style="text-align:right;" | '''WATER SCENE'''
+| '''X''', '''M''' || Decreases speed
+|}
-Novice level ... 100
+====Firing Missiles with the Keyboard====
-Experienced level ... 200
+Use these keys to fire missiles.
-Advanced level ... 300
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+| '''Press''' || '''Action'''
+|-
+| '''Q''', '''Y''', '''V''', or ('''.''') || Fires missiles in space and short-range missiles on moons
+|-
+| '''1''' or '''6''' || Fires missiles in space and long-range missiles on moons
+|}
-Bonus for finishing ... 500
+-----
+====Navigating Your Ship with Joysticks====
+Use the joysticks to maneuver your ship.
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+| '''Press''' || '''Action'''
 |-
-| [[File:Jungle Hunt - Rock Scene.jpg|125px]] || style="text-align:right;" | '''ROCK SCENE'''
+| Lever left || Moves ship left
-Leaping over rock ... 200
+|-
+| Lever right || Moves ship right
+|-
+| Lever forward (toward '''FIRE''' button)|| Increases speed
+|-
+| Lever backward (away from '''FIRE''' button)|| Decreses speed
+|}
-Running under rock ... 50
+====Firing Missiles with Joysticks====
-bonus for finishing ... 500
+Use the joysticks to fire missiles.
+{| class="wikitable"
 |-
-| [[File:Jungle Hunt - Native Scene.jpg|125px]] || style="text-align:right;" |  '''NATIVE SCENE'''
+| '''Press''' || '''Action'''
-Leaping over natives ... 100
+|-
+| '''FIRE''' || Fires missiles in space and short-range missiles on moons
+|-
+| Lever backward and press '''FIRE''' || Fires missiles in space and long-range missiles on moons
+|}
+'''Note:''' The '''ALPHA LOCK''' must be in the OFF (up) position when using the Joystick Controllers.
+===Special Features===
+Several features of Moonsweeper allow you to pause during game action, end the game, and play the game again.
+-----
-Rescuing maiden ... 1000
+====Using Pause During the Game====
-Plus any additional value remaining on timer
+You can stop the action in space or on the moons by pressing '''P'''. Press any key to resume play.
-|}
+====Ending the Game====
+The Moonsweeper mission ends automatically when your last Moonsweeper is destroyed. You may end the game at any time by pressing '''QUIT''' to return to the master title screen.
+====Playing the Game Again====
-BONUSES
+You may go back to the beginning of the game by pressing '''BACK''' to return to the Moonsweeper title screen or by pressing '''REDO''' to play again.
-An extra life for the Hunter is awarded at 10,000 points. The current number of Hunters in reserve is displayed at the top of the screen.
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+Moonsweeper Theme Song.mp3|Moonsweeper Theme Song
+Moonsweeper Game Over Song.mp3|Moonsweeper End of Game Song
 Moonsweeper Manual Cover.jpg|Moonsweeper Manual Complete (pdf format)|link=https://4apedia.com/manuals/Moonsweeper%20Manual.pdf
 Moonsweeper Cartridge.png|Moonsweeper MAME/MESS Rom (rpk format)|link=https://4apedia.com/roms/Moonsweeper.rpk
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 ==External Links==
-* [https://www.gamesdatabase.org/game/texas-instruments-ti-99-4a/jungle-hunt Game Database: Jungle Hunt]]
+* [https://www.gamesdatabase.org/game/texas-instruments-ti-99-4a/moonsweepert Game Database: Moonsweeper - Texas Instruments TI 99/4A]]
-* [https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/ti99/221935-jungle-hunt GameFAQs: TI-99/4A - Jungle Hunt]
+* [https://www.mobygames.com/game/ti-994a/moonsweeper Moby Games: Moonsweeper (TI-99/4A)]
-* [https://www.mobygames.com/game/ti-994a/jungle-hunt Moby Games: TI-99/4A - Jungle Hunt]
+* [http://www.pixelatedarcade.com/games/moonsweeper Pixelatedarcade: Moonsweeper]
-* [http://www.pixelatedarcade.com/games/jungle-hunt Pixelated Aracade: Jungle Hunt]
+* [https://pixelpedant.com/items/show/140 PixelPendant's Texas Instruments Manual Compendium: Moonsweeper]
-* [https://pixelpedant.com/items/show/10 PixelPendant's Texas Instruments Manual Compendium: Jungle Hunt]
+* [http://www.ti99ers.org/timeline/cartbytitle.html#L TI-99ers On-line User Group: TI-99 Cartridge Listing]
-* [http://www.ti99ers.org/timeline/cartbytitle.html#J TI-99ers On-line User Group: TI-99 Cartridge Listing]
+* [https://www.videogamehouse.net/moonsweeper.html TI-99/4A Video Gamehouse: Moonsweeper]
-* [https://www.videogamehouse.net/junglehunt.html TI-99/4A Video Gamehouse: Jungle Hunt]
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jungle_Hunt Wikipedia: Jungle Hunt]
 [[Category:1984 Software]]
 [[Category:Action]]
-[[Category:Atarisoft]]
+[[Category:Imagic]]
+[[Category:Shooter]]
 [[Category:Solid State Software Command Module]]
 [[Category:Software]]

Moonsweeper
Moonsweeper Retail Packaging ^[1] ^[2]
Publisher(s)	Imagic
Original Retail Price	$39.95 (USD)
Programmer(s)	Manolito Adan
Part#	PHM 3224
Format(s)	Solid State Software^TM Command Module
Release	1984 (1st quarter)
Genre(s)	Action, Shooter