Synergistic Software, founded by Robert C. Clardy, established itself as a computer game company in 1978 and produced more than 160 titles over the next 20 years, encompassing games, business, educational, and utility software. This book focuses on Synergistic s early games for the Apple II computer, and includes 17 enhanced retro game manuals. As a bonus, Clardy shares detailed insights into what makes a good computer game and the programming challenges he experienced. Apple II game manuals included are: Apventure to Atlantis, Bolo, Crisis Mountain, Death Run, Doom Cavern, Dungeon Campaign, Escape From Arcturus, Microbe, Nightmare Gallery, Odyssey, Procyon Warrior, Sorcerer s Challenge, Tank Attack, U-Boat Command, and Wilderness Campaign. Additionally, two manuals for the Atari 800 are included: Probe One and Warlock s Revenge.