Knightmare (1987 video game)
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Founder | Mev Dinc, J.P. Dean, E.M. Dean, Nick Cooke |
| Products | Knightmare (1987 video game) |
Knightmare is a video game released in 1987 by Activision for platforms including the ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, and Atari ST. Created by MD Software, the programming team comprised Mev Dinc, J.P. Dean, E.M. Dean, and Nick Cooke. The title draws its inspiration from the Knightmare show produced by Anglia Television.
A separate game also named Knightmare was introduced in 1991 by Mindscape for the Atari ST and Amiga, similarly based on the television series.
Gameplay
The objective involves guiding a character through a dungeon environment by solving various puzzles and utilizing six unique spells: Anvil, Casper, Alchemy, Ice, Toad, and Metamorph. Control is achieved through a combination of joystick and keyboard inputs. Adversaries encountered include spiders and other monsters.
Reception
The Commodore 64 edition received a 66% score from Zzap!64, which praised its difficulty but pointed out the absence of music and minimal sound effects as drawbacks. Sinclair User granted it SU Classic recognition, commending its innovative gameplay and captivating story elements. Computer and Video Games appreciated the puzzle design and overall aesthetic, describing it as an entertaining adventure despite having simpler gameplay compared to its TV counterpart.
External links
- Knightmare at CPC Wiki