Reviews

Nether Earth could well claim to be the best real time strategy on the Spectrum. The other claimant might be Stonkers, but Nether Earth doesn't crash.

Its odd how this game did not get more acclaim. Its got competent isometric graphics, good sound and decent controls. Its still fun to play through today. The only downside is that the computer isn't very aggessive and is easy to beat, especially since it outnumbers you 3-1 at the start.

Five years before Dune II, there was Nether Earth - 4X real-time strategy in an odd non-isometric 3D perspective which worked very well.

Trying to claim Earth back from the mysterious Insignan race, the human resistance forces have seized a base. From there robots must be assembled to grab more resources, protect key points on the map and ultimately capture or destroy the other three bases.

The initial sensation of being overwhelmed by an almighty enemy, the joy as the game progresses with every factory you gain, the tense battles between robots - which you can control yourself as well as leave with assigned orders - make Nether Earth an attractive and satisfying experience. Is it true that from the moment you capture your second base the tide starts to swing noticeably on your side, but before you manage to do that, you will have to sweat a lot!

Another non conventional videogame that appeared on the 8-bits computers.

As you can see, I tend to assess non conventional games, like puzzle ones; and we all can agree, this is one of the most inspiring action games in the Spectrum.
In fact, its true genre is Real time strategy. Maybe the first of its class.
That alone is enough to hold this software in the highest regard, and so, it should be evaluated in the most generous way. But it also has a very original pseudo 3D view, the sound effects are more than acceptable and its playability shines.
All in all, a true forgotten gem.

this game is amazing.
I did not know it back in its day and I have to say that I am surprised by its quality and originality.

*a well deserved 5/5
**and a special mention for being so innovative and groundbreaking