Summary
- Release Year: 1987
- Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Martech
- Publishers: Datasoft, Inc., Martech
The Armageddon Man (1987): A Classic C64 Strategy Game
The Armageddon Man is a classic strategy game released in 1987 for the Commodore 64. It was developed by Llamasoft, a British video game company founded by Jeff Minter. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the player takes on the role of the titular Armageddon Man, a lone warrior who must battle his way through hordes of mutants and cyborgs to save humanity.
The game is played from a top-down perspective, and the player controls the Armageddon Man as he moves through a series of levels, each with its own unique challenges. The player must use a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat the enemy forces, including a laser gun, grenades, and a force field. The player can also collect power-ups to enhance their abilities, such as increased speed or火力.
One of the most notable features of The Armageddon Man is its soundtrack, which was composed by David Whittaker. The soundtrack is a mix of electronic and orchestral music, and it perfectly captures the game’s atmosphere of tension and suspense.
The Armageddon Man was a critical and commercial success, and it is still considered one of the best strategy games ever released for the Commodore 64. The game has been praised for its innovative gameplay, challenging difficulty, and excellent soundtrack.
Gameplay
The Armageddon Man is a strategy game in which the player controls the titular Armageddon Man as he battles his way through hordes of mutants and cyborgs. The game is played from a top-down perspective, and the player uses the joystick to move the Armageddon Man around the screen and fire his laser gun.
The Armageddon Man can also collect power-ups to enhance his abilities, such as increased speed or火力. The player can also use grenades to attack enemies, and a force field to protect himself from enemy fire.
The game is divided into a series of levels, each with its own unique challenges. The player must use his wits and skills to overcome the enemy forces and complete each level.
Development
The Armageddon Man was developed by Llamasoft, a British video game company founded by Jeff Minter. The game was programmed by Minter, and the graphics were designed by Oliver Frey. The soundtrack was composed by David Whittaker.
The game was originally released in 1987 for the Commodore 64. It was later ported to the Atari ST, Amiga, and MSX computers.
Reception
The Armageddon Man was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its innovative gameplay, challenging difficulty, and excellent soundtrack.
The game was awarded a 9/10 score by Zzap!64 magazine, and it was voted the 14th best Commodore 64 game of all time by readers of Retro Gamer magazine.
Legacy
The Armageddon Man is still considered one of the best strategy games ever released for the Commodore 64. The game has been praised for its innovative gameplay, challenging difficulty, and excellent soundtrack.
The game has been ported to a variety of platforms over the years, and it is still enjoyed by gamers today.
Conclusion
The Armageddon Man is a classic strategy game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s innovative gameplay, challenging difficulty, and excellent soundtrack make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8/10
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