Octopus

About

Octopus is a single player arcade game where you control a diver trying to escape a giant octopus and reach a treasure. Your main task is to avoid the creature's swiping tentacles while navigating a confined underwater area. Every time you return to the salvage ship, you earn bonus points. You start with three divers, each time one gets grabbed, the next takes over until all are out. The Game & Watch hardware keeps everything minimal, with basic controls and short play sessions. The game stands out for how tightly it packs its challenge into a small space. Dodging unpredictable tentacle swings requires quick reflexes and timing. While there's not much variety in the action, the simplicity works in its favor. Players who appreciate old school Nintendo's stripped down approach might find it nostalgic. It holds up as a quick test of focus, even if it lacks deeper mechanics.