Spike is a 1983

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for the

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video game system. The character of Spike is considered a

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of the Vectrex, being among the first video game mascots, and ''Spike'' is one of the earliest examples of

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in video games. ''Spike'' is included in the

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Vectrex Regeneration app.

Gameplay

The player must navigate a tiny creature named Spike through chasms and ladders while avoiding enemies and endless pits. The player must collect Molly's bows to unlock doors and reach the final level to save Molly from the boss named Spud and bring her home.

References

1983 video games Platform games Vectrex games Video games developed in the United States Single-player video games {{Platform-videogame-stub