Description

"Journey Escape" is a video game for the Atari 2600, based on the rock band Journey. Released in 1982 by Data Age, it coincides with the height of the band's popularity, aiming to capitalize on their fame with the gaming audience. In the game, players take on the role of band members who must navigate their way to the scarab escape vehicle to get away from hordes of love-crazed groupies, sneaky photographers, and unscrupulous promoters. The screen scrolls vertically as characters run towards the top, and players must dodge these obstacles to reach the end of the level while managing their limited resources.

The gameplay involves controlling the different band members, each with a protective entourage that can shield them from the aforementioned threats. However, each collision with an obstacle costs a player some of their money, which is essential for reaching the concert venue safely. If a player's money runs out, the game ends. "Journey Escape" is noted for its innovative use of a popular music band in a video game, a concept that was relatively novel at the time. Although it wasn’t a critical success, largely due to its repetitive gameplay and simple graphics, it remains a curious piece of gaming and music history, reflecting the era's experimentation with cross-media marketing in the nascent video game industry.

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