The Biz (video game)

The tape cassette contained the program, an interview with Frank Sidebottom and Chris Sievey, and eight singles.

[2] Players set up their rock band with gigs, make them rehearse new songs, and hire a recording studio for producing new albums.

Players can sometimes record a session with John Peel, whose broadcasting influence opened up new bands to people between the ages of 20 and 60.

Mundane details such as insurance, standard musical instruments and transportation expenses are all tabulated against the player's savings in the game.

A Crash review in March 1985 praised the game, stating that it was "[a]n unusually absorbing and addictive strategy/simulation with a sense of humour that represents good value.

In this screenshot, the player's father has won £40,000 while gambling on football. Unfortunately, the player only gets £10 as a way to keep the game balanced.
In this screenshot, the player's father has won £40,000 while gambling on football. Unfortunately, the player only gets £10 as a way to keep the game balanced.