This game is a piece of junk, and it is no way, shape, or form a game that you can master, marathon, or otherwise play for any amount of time. I used to have the cockpit version of this game and I played the heck out of it. I was hoping to be able to marathon it, but alas, no way no how. This is one of the very few games (1978-1985) that I have zero advice as on how to play. There is absolutely little to no strategy involved and it is all luck. I believe this game might be unique in this. Read the forums on KLOV.com on this and maybe you can get some strategic advice. I can tell you first hand though, that this is truly a game of luck. And on that note, GOOD LUCK.