Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future

Atmospheric colourful arcade adventure that really brings the term 'Computer Comic' to its truest meaning. A wise choice for re-release on the part of Ricochet.

Dan Dare, comic super-hero from the Eagle is about to make an assault on The Mekon's latest death trap, only this time he's not alone. You're the mug with him.

Created by the legendary (and sadly late) Frank Hampson in 1950, Dan Dare thrilled many a small boy with his exploits in the Eagle comic and, more briefly, in 2000AD. A live TV show, planned as a serial, was unfortunately scrapped at the last minute.

Dan Dare lives dangerously. Most of the time he has no choice - heroic deeds are forced upon him because he's the bravest guy around. This time the nasty Mekon has decided to hold the world to ransom. Dan's just about to receive the highest accolade of all - an appearance on 'This is Your Life' - when the TV waves are unceremoniously taken over by the ugly visage of the Mekon. Earth must either submit to him as commander of the universe or accept the dire consequences...

At last, the Pilot of the Future, Dan Dare and his trusty friend and batman, Digby (Bah Gum), fettle off into the frozen wastes of space looking for the Final Front Ear. Phil South found himself in hot pursuit. 'Tonight, Dan Dare, Pilot Of The Future, This Is Your Life...' So begins this rip roaring episode in the life of Dan Dare, the Pavarotti of the Space Operas. Dan Dare has been nabbed by that Irish blighter with the big red book, and finds himself facing his grimmest foes yet... his own friends and relations! But, in the midst of the satellite pictures, carrying messages from well wishers around the globe, a fearful face fills the TV screens...