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H.E.R.O. (1984)

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H.E.R.O. (Helicopter Emergency Rescue Operation) is an action game developed and published by Activision, originally released in 1984. The game was designed by John Van Ryzin and became popular for its challenging gameplay and unique mechanics.

Gameplay
In H.E.R.O., players take on the role of Roderick Hero, a rescue worker equipped with a helicopter backpack and a limited supply of dynamite. The objective is to navigate through dangerous underground mines to rescue trapped miners.

Legacy
H.E.R.O. received positive reviews for its innovative gameplay and has since been ported to multiple platforms beyond the Atari 5200, including the Atari 2600, Atari 8-bit family, ColecoVision, Commodore 64, and MSX. It remains a favorite among retro gaming enthusiasts and is remembered as one of the standout titles from the early 1980s.

Released: Sep 1984
Machine Type: Atari 5200
Original System: Atari 2600
Developed by: Activision, Inc.
Published by: Activision, Inc.
Genre: Action
Designer: John Van Ryzin
Japanese spelling: ヒーロー

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