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ARCHON

PC-8801

ARCHON

ARCHON

Publisher
Bullet-Proof Software
Genre
Tabletop Simulation Action
Released
Aug 1987
Price
¥7,800
Media
FD 5.25" 2D(1 disk)

Description

Released by Bullet-Proof Software in 1987, *Archon* is a seminal strategy-action game that seamlessly blends the tactical depth of board games like chess with real-time combat. Players lead either the light forces commanded by the Wizard or the dark forces led by the Sorceress, navigating a 9x9 grid where capturing an opponent necessitates a tense, skill-based showdown in an action arena. Strategic considerations such as terrain influence, character-specific abilities, and a limited pool of powerful magic spells are essential for victory. This legendary title stands as a masterpiece of genre fusion, offering a timeless conflict that challenges both the intellect and reflexes of its combatants.

Story

Archon depicts an eternal struggle between the forces of Light and Darkness, a conflict that has persisted through the ages. The Wizard, wielding the light of order, and the Sorceress, commanding the powers of shadow, lead their respective armies into a confrontation for world supremacy. Their forces gather upon a mystical game board where strategy and combat collide. Now, the battle to determine the fate of these legendary factions and their hold over the land is set to begin.

INFO

Platform
PC-8801
Year
1987
Publisher
Bullet-Proof Software Defunct
Genre
Tabletop Simulation Action
Licensor
Electronic Arts
English Title
ARCHON
Released
Aug 1987
Price
¥7,800
Media
FD 5.25" 2D(1 disk)

Controls

[ 2 ] [ 4 ] [ 6 ] [ 8 ]
[Versus Mode] Move Dark Side cursor and character. Move character in Combat Arena.
[ SPACE ]
Confirm cursor selection and character movement on the board. Press again after selection to cancel.
[ SPACE ] X 2
Press while highlighting a Wizard or Sorceress to open the magic selection screen. Use [ 2 ] and [ 8 ] to select magic and [ SPACE ] to confirm.
[ TEN KEY ] + [ SPACE ]
Attack with character in Combat Arena.
[ X ] [ A ] [ D ] [ W ]
[Versus Mode] Move Light Side cursor and character. Move character in Combat Arena.
[ 1 ]
[Versus Mode] Confirm Light Side cursor selection. Attack with character in Combat Arena.
[ HOME ]
[Versus Mode] Confirm Dark Side cursor selection. Attack with character in Combat Arena.

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