Hawk Storm

Hawk Storm is an action-platformer set on the planet Edos, whose only energy source is the giant capacitoid crystals. The evil Nevik warriors have stolen 32 of these crystals, forcing all Edosians into a Life Suspension Program except for the brave warrior Hawk, who must recover all the crystals to save his civilization. The Neviks are scattered throughout Edos to stop Hawk, who can collect three special weapons—shields, mines, and stryders—to fight back. Hazards include firepits, slimeballs, spikes, and gun turrets. Energy pods restore health, lifts reach higher platforms, and teleports move between areas. The game features eight levels total, each requiring collection of four crystals .

ZX Spectrum

Released in 1991 in the UK by Players Premier, developed by Paul Griffiths and Martin Severn . Music was composed by Andy Severn and Sonic Graffiti . The ZX Spectrum version requires 48K and supports Kempston or Interface 2 joysticks . The game was distributed on cassette in TAP and TZX formats . User ratings from the Spectrum community average 3.91 out of 5 . All eight levels and the core mechanics—four crystals per level, three weapon types, lifts, teleports, and the challenging gameplay where Hawk cannot move and shoot simultaneously—are fully preserved. The Spectrum version shares the same punishing difficulty as its counterparts, with only three lives given and energy draining quickly upon enemy contact .