DRAGON'S LAIR – Commodore 64 (1986) | Software Projects' Ambitious 8-Bit Arcade Conversion

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Dragon's Lair (1983)

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Dragon's Lair, the 1986 Commodore 64 adaptation of the groundbreaking arcade game. Published by Software Projects, this version reimagines the cinematic experience within the technical confines of the C64. Based on the groundbreaking laserdisc arcade game by Don Bluth. You guide the valiant knight, Dirk the Daring, through a series of treacherous challenges to rescue Princess Daphne from the clutches of the evil dragon, Singe.

Developed by John Darnell and Steve Birtles, with graphics by Nicole Baikaloff and music composed by Colin Porch, the game employs a unique "Dragonload" tape loader to manage its multi-level structure. While it diverges from the original's full-motion video presentation, this adaptation captures the essence of the adventure, offering a distinctive experience for Commodore 64 enthusiasts.

Despite its challenging gameplay and the limitations inherent to the hardware, Dragon's Lair for the C64 stands as a testament to the ingenuity of 8-bit game development and remains a notable title in the retro gaming community.

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00:00 Introduction
00:12 Dragon's Lair
01:07 Storyline
01:46 C64 vs Arcade
02:01 Falling Disc
02:33 Skull Hallway
03:02 Burning Rope
03:25 Weapons Room
03:47 Giddy Goons
04:11 Tentacle Room
04:39 Falling Disc (2)
04:49 Electrical Phantom Knight
05:22 The Dragon
05:36 My Thoughts
06:15 Thanks & Game Suggestions
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