Summary
- Release Year: 1985
- Genres: Adventure, Arcade, Fighting, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Amiga, Apple II, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS
- Publishers: Origin
Moebius: The Orb of Celestial Harmony (1985)
Moebius: The Orb of Celestial Harmony is a classic adventure platformer game developed and published by Psygnosis in 1985. The game was released on the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Amiga home computers. Moebius was a critical and commercial success, and is considered one of the best video games of the 1980s.
Gameplay
Moebius is a side-scrolling platformer in which the player controls Ethan, a young man who must travel through a surreal and colorful world to collect the Orb of Celestial Harmony and restore balance to the universe. The game is known for its challenging puzzles, which often require the player to use their wits and creativity to solve. Moebius also features a variety of enemies and bosses, which Ethan must defeat using his sword and other weapons.
Story
The story of Moebius is set in a surreal and dreamlike world. Ethan, the protagonist, is a young man who is chosen by the gods to collect the Orb of Celestial Harmony and restore balance to the universe. The Orb has been stolen by the evil sorcerer Zarthus, who plans to use it to plunge the world into chaos.
Ethan must travel through a variety of different worlds, each with its own unique challenges and enemies. Along the way, he will meet a cast of strange and wonderful characters, who will help him on his quest.
Graphics and Sound
Moebius is known for its beautiful and surreal graphics. The game’s world is full of vibrant colors and strange and wonderful creatures. The game’s music is also excellent, and helps to create a truly immersive experience.
Critical Reception
Moebius was a critical and commercial success upon its release. The game was praised for its beautiful graphics, challenging gameplay, and catchy music. Moebius was also a pioneer in the use of cinematic cutscenes, which helped to tell the game’s story in a more engaging way.
Moebius has been included in several lists of the best video games of all time. In 2004, it was ranked number 43 on IGN’s list of the “Top 100 Games of All Time.” In 2009, it was ranked number 15 on Game Informer’s list of the “Top 200 Games of All Time.”
Legacy
Moebius is a classic adventure platformer that still holds up today. Its surreal and colorful world, challenging puzzles, and catchy music make it a must-play for retro gaming fans. The game has also been cited as an influence on many other games, including the Metroidvania genre.
Additional Information
- Moebius was developed by a small team of just four people.
- The game was originally going to be called “The Orb,” but the name was changed to Moebius to avoid confusion with another game of the same name.
- The game’s soundtrack was composed by Tim Follin, who is considered one of the best video game composers of all time.
- Moebius has been ported to a variety of other platforms, including the PC, Mac, and mobile devices.
- A sequel to Moebius, titled Moebius 2: The World of Eden, was released in 1991.
Review Score
8.5/10
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