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"Robo-Squash" is an arcade-style game developed for the Atari Lynx, a handheld gaming console that was released in the late 1980s. In this futuristic sports title, set in the year 1999, players engage in a high-speed ball game that could be described as a blend of squash and Pong with a unique 3D perspective. The game takes place in an elongated tunnel-like court, where players control a paddle at either end with the objective to hit a ball back and forth, aiming to strike targets located along the walls of the court for points, all while preventing the ball from getting past their paddle.

The game supports both single-player and two-player modes, featuring a split-screen view in the latter for head-to-head competition, utilizing the Atari Lynx's comlynx cable for linking two consoles. Gameplay innovation in "Robo-Squash" is notable for its use of power-ups and obstacles that alter the behavior of the squash ball, introducing layers of strategy beyond basic ball-paddling found in similar games of that era. This includes power-ups that can make the ball invisible or change its speed and direction unpredictably. Reception of "Robo-Squash" was generally positive, with players and critics alike praising its fast-paced action and the engaging multiplayer experience it offered.

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