Enchanted Land
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1988 |
| Founder | Erik Simon (co-founder) |
| Headquarters | Germany |
| Products | Enchanted Land |
Enchanted Land is a platform video game released in 1990, created and distributed by Thalion Software initially for the Atari ST and subsequently adapted for the Amiga system.
Gameplay
The narrative unfolds in the mythical realm of Damiran, where the objective involves assembling 100 fragments of the shattered magical Heart of Lore. Players assume the role of Krugan, an elderly sorcerer, who explores six expansive scrolling platform stages. The title features nine distinct weapons that players can enhance by collecting potions scattered throughout the levels. Importantly, it stands out as the first Atari ST title to implement 4-plane multidirectional full-screen scrolling, demonstrating a significant technical advancement.
Reception
The publication Aktueller Software Markt acknowledged the game's pioneering scrolling capabilities but criticized its overly complex visuals, advising potential buyers to test it first. ST Format labeled it as "highly addictive" and "a captivating and enjoyable platform experience," whereas ST Magazine praised it as "a well-crafted and entertaining arcade-style game." Meanwhile, Joystick (magazine) emphasized its impressive technical quality despite lacking groundbreaking innovation.
Erik Simon, co-founder of Thalion, later commented that prolonged development periods adversely affected sales, which ultimately did not meet initial projections.
External links
- MobyGames profile
- Amiga Abime database
- Atari Mania entry