Summary
- Release Year: 1988
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: Amstrad CPC, Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Gang of Five
- Publishers: Virgin Games
Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge (1988)
Introduction
Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge is a side-scrolling action game released in 1988 for the Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, and Amstrad CPC. It is the sequel to the 1986 game Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future.
The game is based on the British comic book character Dan Dare, created by Frank Hampson. In the game, Dan Dare must stop the evil Mekon from using his new spaceship to conquer Earth.
Gameplay
Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge is a side-scrolling action game. The player controls Dan Dare as he runs, jumps, and shoots his way through levels filled with enemies.
The game is divided into six levels. Each level takes place on a different part of Mekon’s spaceship. The player must defeat all of the enemies on each level in order to progress to the next level.
The enemies in the game include Treens, SuperTreens, and Mekon himself. Treens are small, green aliens that are armed with ray guns. SuperTreens are larger and more powerful than Treens. Mekon is the final boss of the game. He is a powerful alien with a variety of attacks.
The player can defeat enemies by shooting them with his laser gun. The player can also collect power-ups that will give him temporary invincibility or increased firepower.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge are colorful and detailed. The backgrounds are well-drawn and the character sprites are large and expressive. The game’s soundtrack is catchy and memorable.
Reception
Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and sound. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies.
Legacy
Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge is considered to be one of the best Commodore 64 games of all time. It is still enjoyed by retro gamers today.
Review
Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge is a classic side-scrolling action game. It has great graphics, challenging gameplay, and a catchy soundtrack. The game is still enjoyable today, and is a must-play for fans of retro gaming.
Score: 8/10
Tips
- Use cover to avoid enemy fire.
- Collect power-ups to give yourself an advantage.
- Be careful of Mekon’s attacks.
- Don’t give up! The game is challenging, but it is possible to beat.
Trivia
- The game was originally going to be called Dan Dare: Mekon’s Revenge, but the title was changed to Dan Dare II: Mekon’s Revenge to avoid confusion with the 1986 game Dan Dare: Pilot of the Future.
- The game was developed by Probe Software, which also developed the Commodore 64 game RoboCop.
- The game was released in the United States by Activision.
- The game was ported to the ZX Spectrum and Amstrad CPC by Ocean Software.
- The game was re-released on the Wii Virtual Console in 2009.
Review Score
8/10
