Pentagram (1986)

Pentagram was released in 1986 for the ZX Spectrum. It was published by Ultimate Play The Game, with development led by Chris Stamper and inlay art provided by Tim Stamper.

The game is an arcade adventure for a single player, featuring distinctive isometric 3D graphics. It supports various control methods, including cursor, Kempston joystick, and Interface 2.

The cassette cost £9.95.

Pentagram received positive critical acclaim, including a 93% rating from Crash magazine, where it earned a Crash Smash award, and was named a Monster Hit by ZX Computing.

In Russia and the USSR, the game gained a significant following. It saw numerous TR-DOS adaptations from groups such as M.Coder, Slider, and Flash Inc. A full Russian translation was also produced. Cracked cassette versions were widely circulated by release groups including Roby, Alexander Kornienok, and Micro Club Software.