| Conquering Worlds | |
|---|---|
 Cover art for the game. | |
| Publisher(s) | Datamost |
| Platform(s) | Apple II |
| Release | 1983 |
Conquering Worlds is a 1983 video game published by Datamost.
| Conquering Worlds | |
|---|---|
| Cover art for the game. | |
| Publisher(s) | Datamost |
| Platform(s) | Apple II |
| Release | 1983 |
Conquering Worlds is a 1983 video game published by Datamost.
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James A. McPherson reviewed the game for Computer Gaming World , and stated that "The scenario for Conquering Worlds is not new, and only slightly different in overall concept from other games. It is similar to Galactic Attack and Titan Empire. If you own either of the two games, you will find Conquering Worlds to be similar." [1]
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