''Projectyle'' is a sports video game originally released in

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for the

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Gameplay

The game is based around a futuristic take on air hockey, albeit one where three participants compete and attempt to score points rather than two.

Development

The game was developed by British developer

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, and published by Electronic Arts.

Reception

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and Chris Lombardi reviewed the game for ''

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'', and stated that "Projectyle would be just another "Rollerball" rip-off if it weren't for the flavor that is added in terms of individual players with ratings in 6 statistics, unique home fields with personalities of their own, and special effects objects that add twists to the game play."

Reviews

*'' ST Format'' (Jul, 1991) *''

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'' (Jul, 1990) *'' ST Format'' (Jul, 1990) *'' The One'' (Jul, 1990) *''

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