Knightmare (1987 video game)

Knightmare (1987 video game)

Infobox VG| title = Knightmare


developer = MD Software
publisher = Activision Inc
designer =
engine =
released = 1987
genre = Adventure
modes = Single player
ratings =
platforms = ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64
media = Floppy Disk, tape
requirements =
input = Keyboard

Knightmare is a computer game on the ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC and Commodore 64 computer systems. It was released in 1987 by Activision Inc. The game was written by Mev Dinc, J.P. Dean, E.M. Dean and Nick Cooke. It is based on the Anglia Television Ltd. TV show Knightmare.

Gameplay

The player is trapped in a dungeon and must attempt to escape by solving various puzzles. Casting spells is also a part of the gameplay. There are 6 spells, Anvil, Casper, Alchemy, Ice, Toad and Metamorph. Each has a unique result. The game is controlled by using both the joystick and keyboard. Foes include spiders and monsters.cite | title=Knightmare C64 Review | author=Zzap64 | publisher=Europress | date=February 1988 | accessdate=2008-10-10]

Reception

Zzap64 reviewed the Commodore 64 version of the game and said Knightmare is a pretty tough game, but is worth playing if you're an adventure game fan. It noted that the audio in the game is poor, with no music and only sound effects. The magazine rated the game 66%. Sinclair User Magazine rated the game highly, drawing attention to the interesting sub plots and the originality of the gameplay. [cite | title=Knightmare Sinclair Spectrum review | author=Sinclair User | publisher=EMAP | date=February 1987 | accessdate=2008-10-10] Computer And Video Games said that the gameplay in Knightmare is much simpler than the concept used in the television show. The magazine praised the puzzles and style, calling Knightmare a thoroughly enjoyable game. [cite | title=Computer + Video Games review | author=Boughton, Paul | publisher=EMAP | date=February 1988 | accessdate=2008-10-10]

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