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excerpt: "This game itself inspired by Lloyd Johnson's article \"Paint Duel\" in Creative Computing (July 1981). The player attempts to destroy the computer's tank by hitting it with a well-placed shot."
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# An Alternative Display Method – Tank Battle

This game itself inspired by Lloyd Johnson’s article “Paint Duel” in Creative Computing (July 1981). The player attempts to destroy the computer’s tank by hitting it with a well-placed shot.