- Studio: Atari Games
- Design: Ed Logg
- Music: Ben Daglish
- This Game is: 40 years old / 1985
- Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
- Manual: View PDF
Description
"Embark on a thrilling adventure with Gauntlet, an iconic game by Atari released in 1985. Noted as one of the pioneer multi-player dungeon crawl arcade games, Gauntlet delivers a unique blend of fantasy and action, captivating players for decades. The game offers a choice of four playable characters: the powerful Warrior, the magical Wizard, the armored Valkyrie, and the swift Elf. Each character comes with unique strengths and weaknesses, adding depth and strategy to the gameplay. With top-down, third-person perspective mazes to navigate, players must strategically defeat various fantasy-based monsters, from ghosts and grunts to sorcerers and thieves. Along the way, special items can be found to boost health, unlock doors, gain points, and unleash magical destruction on enemies. The game's innovative design includes voice synthesis, adding an immersive layer to the gaming experience. Despite the passage of time, Gauntlet's appeal remains undiminished, offering an unforgettably rich and dynamic retro gaming experience.
Game Controls
The controls for Gauntlet are specific to the platform it's played on. In the original arcade version, players use a joystick to navigate their character and a button to attack or use magic. The goal is to find and touch the designated exit in every level.
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