Publisher: CBS Electronics
Released: 1983
Mountain King is a platformer that was originally released on Atari 8-bit computers in 1983.
+ Amazing use of audio and it's clever how the tune gets quieter / louder depending on your proximity to the Flame Spirit.
+ Grabbing the Golden Crown and sprinting back to the top is exhilarating and the timer increases urgency.
- Clumsy controls absolutely ruin the game and the imprecise jumping mechanics are a constant source of frustration.
- Collision detection isn't so hot and you'll frequently find yourself falling from ladders and off the side of platforms.
- Not as pick-up-and-play as other titles of the period, and gamers will need to read the manual before attempting a run.
- SFX are super annoying after a few run-throughs, as they feature random popping sounds for no discernible reason.
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