MotherLoad

Specimen 0253 — MotherLoad — dates to the golden age of browser games and is filed under vertical trespass. The name Miniclip, XGen Studios appears on the intake form. The Bureau restored it from the Internet Archive's holdings for immediate, unlimited public use.

Field notes describe MotherLoad as deceptively simple. Recommended dosage: until satisfied. Circulation records show steady public interest in this file.

Original label: Motherload! Play the game that takes you under the surface of arcade-style gaming and into the roots of fun. Tipping the hat to old favorites such as Dig Dug and Boulder Dash, Motherload incorporates a modern interface, fast-paced gameplay, and an in-depth storyline. Experience exciting gameplay in the substrata of Mars, where you'll search for the Motherload; A fabled cache of rare and valuable minerals. Navigate the dangers of Martian soil, complete with hidden gas pockets, earthquakes, and other surprises. Purchase powerful upgrades for your Mining Pod with the fruits of your labor. Compare high scores with friends to see who the champion really is. When you've finished the game, challenge more difficult gameplay modes. Motherload -- Can you dig it?

Curator’s note: this specimen bites. Approach with both hands on the keyboard.

Filed under: Platformer, Simulation