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Saracen

Platform Puzzle Strategy Action
December 31, 1987
Released 14000 days ago
Atari 8-bit Commodore C64/128/MAX ZX Spectrum Apple II Amstrad CPC

About

A combination puzzle/action game from Datasoft. In each of the 100 levels, the player moves a crusader through an obstacle filled maze trying to reach the Saracen Chief and detonate a bomb next to him. The chief does not move, instead remaining in a set position.

Along the way, he must avoid roaming guards, bouncing cannonballs, and other traps. The crusader is armed with a bow and can pick up directionally specific arrows that are used to stop guards or destroy walls. The arrows being limited to shooting in one of the four compass directions is exacerbated by only being able to carry one object (key, arrow or bomb) at a time. For these reasons, the game's puzzle leanings and the need for a methodical approach are strong.

There is generally only one way to solve each level and proper use of the given tools is key to finding it.

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Release Dates by Platform

Commodore C64/128/MAX Worldwide
Dec 31, 1987
Apple II Worldwide
Dec 31, 1987
Amstrad CPC Worldwide
Dec 31, 1987
Atari 8-bit Worldwide
Dec 31, 1987
ZX Spectrum Worldwide
Dec 31, 1987

Game Info

Developer
IntelliCreations, Inc
Publisher
U.S. Gold, Datasoft, Inc.
Game Modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Genres
Platform Puzzle Strategy
Themes
Action

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