| Long Lance: A Computer Game of Tactical Naval Combat in the South Pacific | |
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| Publisher(s) | Simulations Canada |
| Platform(s) | Apple II, Atari ST, Commodore 64 |
| Release | 1987 |
| Genre(s) | Wargame |
Long Lance: A Computer Game of Tactical Naval Combat in the South Pacific is a 1987 video game published by Simulations Canada.
Long Lance is a game in which naval combat is simulated during World War II. [1]
Johnny L. Wilson reviewed the game for Computer Gaming World , and stated that "Long Lance delivers exciting and challenging games without the graphics or sophisticated sound." [1]
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