''Computer Acquire'' is a 1980 video game published by

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for the

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, Atari 8-bit computers, Commodore PET, and TRS-80.

Gameplay

''Computer Acquire'' is an adaptation of the board game ''Acquire'' that allows the player to play against the computer choosing from five levels of difficulty.

Reception

Jon Mishcon reviewed ''Computer Acquire'' in ''

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'' No. 45. Mishcon commented that "If you enjoy multiparameter games and you're willing to spend twice that time just to learn what does what, then ''Acquire'' may be for you. Otherwise wait for the second edition of the rules."

References

External links

* (Atari version)
''Softalk'' reviewReview
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