Young Merlin
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Products | Young Merlin |
Young Merlin is an action-adventure title released in 1993, developed by Westwood Studios and distributed by Virgin Games for the Super NES. The storyline follows a youthful Merlin who joins forces with the Lady of the Lake to overcome the malevolent Shadow King.
Reception
Critics generally responded positively to the game, emphasizing its combination of rapid-paced action and role-playing game mechanics. Electronic Gaming Monthly awarded a score of 7.6 out of 10, commending the expansive level design, intuitive controls, and graphics that met Virgin's high-quality standards. N-Force Magazine gave it an impressive 92%, drawing favorable comparisons to the Zelda franchise. While GamePro praised the game's control scheme and visual presentation, it noted a lack of difficulty and some repetitive elements, describing it as "a magical, whimsical ride" that provides enjoyable gameplay alongside more complex RPGs. Power Unlimited rated the game at 69%, and Super Play assigned it a 77% score.