''Equinox'' is an

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released by

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in 1986 for the

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, and

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Gameplay

The player controls a Dedicated Disposal Droid that must harvest the planet Sury Ani 7. A security system of defence droids attempts to prevent this. To progress, the player must turn off the security system and clear the area of radioactive material. There are 8 levels, each with a time-limit restriction.

Development

''Equinox'' was programmed by

Raffaele Cecco Raffaele Cecco, born 10 May 1967, is a British video games developer who has created numerous video games since 1984, including ''Cybernoid'' and '' Exolon''. He grew up in Tottenham in North London. Spurred by an interest in computers, he receive ...

and Chris Hinsley. It was showcased at the 1986

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Reception

''Equinox'' received generally positive reviews from video game critics.

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