Space Panic - Colecovision

Released in 1983 for the Colecovision, Space Panic is considered one of the forefathers of the platform game genre, despite lacking a jumping mechanic typically associated with such games. The gameplay involves climbing ladders between platforms while avoiding and trapping aliens. Players must dig holes to trap the aliens and then hit them to send them off the screen. While simple, it requires strategy and quick reflexes, challenging players to think ahead and move with precision.