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NEW GODZILLA

PC-8801

NEW GODZILLA

NEW GODZILLA

Publisher
Toho
Genre
Adventure
Released
Apr 1985
Price
¥8,800
Media
FD 5.25" 2D(2 disks)

Description

Released by Toho for the PC-8801 in 1985, "NEW Godzilla" is a text-based adventure game that faithfully recreates the world of the 1984 "Godzilla" film. Its defining feature is a unique system where the number of commands entered is linked in real-time to Godzilla's actions and the state of the city, creating intense gameplay as players manage limited moves to face the monster. Standing as an ambitious effort on 8-bit hardware to let players relive the movie's story, it captivated both Godzilla fans and PC enthusiasts alike. Today, it serves as a valuable cultural artifact that captures both the excitement of the film's release and the distinct immersive quality of early computer games.

Story

Adapted from the 1984 film "Godzilla," this is a command-input adventure game where the player controls multiple characters throughout the unfolding narrative. The journey begins with an investigation into a missing ship, leading into a high-stakes struggle against the giant monster as it ravages Tokyo, specifically Ginza and Shinjuku. Players must execute strategic operations to repel the encroaching Godzilla while deciphering various mysteries. It is a tense experience where the very survival of humanity hangs in the balance.

INFO

Platform
PC-8801
Year
1985
Publisher
Toho
Genre
Adventure
English Title
NEW GODZILLA
Released
Apr 1985
Price
¥8,800
Media
FD 5.25" 2D(2 disks)

Controls

Any Key
Enter commands.
Return
Confirm command.

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NEW GODZILLA
NEW GODZILLA
NEW GODZILLA

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