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Bump Set Spike!

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Volleyball simulation for one or two players

The briefing

About this game

Bump, Set, Spike! Doubles Volleyball is a volleyball game for one or two players, featuring both indoor and beach courts. Players can compete alone against the computer, face another player, or cooperate with a teammate against the computer.

Each team has two players. When playing without a cooperative partner, the player controls both members of the team. During play, an on-court marker shows where the ball is expected to land, requiring careful positioning and timing.

Gameplay

Rallies use a three-hit sequence: a bump, a set, and a spike. The fire button controls the power of each hit, while a successful spike requires releasing the button as the ball is about to land at the indicated spot. Players can also switch the active player while the ball is on the opposing side of the court.

Difficulty and Rules

The game includes nine difficulty levels divided into slow, medium, and fast sections. Each section offers different net-foul rules, ranging from allowing fouls to applying penalties.

  • Platforms: Amstrad CPC, Sinclair ZX Spectrum
  • Release date: December 31, 1986
  • Publisher: Mastertronic
  • Genre: Sports