// Shamus(1982)

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About Shamus

Shamus is a shooter with light action-adventure game elements written by Cathryn Mataga and published by Synapse Software. The original Atari 8-bit computer version was released on disk and tape in 1982. According to Synapse co-founder Ihor Wolosenko, Shamus made the company famous by giving it a reputation for quality. "Funeral March of a Marionette", the theme song from Alfred Hitchcock Presents, plays on the title screen.

Release Date

Dec 31, 1982

Developer

Synapse Software Corporation

Publishers

Telegames

Shamus FAQ & buying guide

What is Shamus about?

ActionScience fiction

Game modes: Single player

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When was Shamus released?

Shamus released on December 31, 1982, developed by Synapse Software Corporation and published by Telegames, NEC Home Electronics, Tandy, Human Engineered Software, IBM, Atarisoft, Americana Software Limited, Synapse Software Corporation.

What platforms is Shamus available on?

Shamus is available on Commodore VIC-20, Game Boy Color, Atari 8-bit, Commodore C64/128/MAX, Legacy Computer, TRS-80 Color Computer, Apple II, NEC PC-6000 Series, Texas Instruments TI-99. It supports single player.

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