Rygar (1986)

Developer: Tecmo, Tecmo
Publisher: Atari Corporation, Salio, Inc., Tecmo, U.S. Gold
Platforms: Arcade, Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum, PlayStation 4, Atari Lynx, Amstrad CPC, Sega Master System/Mark III
Genres: Platform, Arcade
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 28 player ratings

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How it feels

A crisp, quick arcade-style platformer where a precise disk weapon demands deliberate timing against hordes of fantasy foes.

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About

An evil being known as Ligar is about to conquer the land of Argool. Such is his power that no living creature dares to cross paths with him. But the legendary warrior Rygar rises from his grave to restore peace and justice. Armed with his famed weapon Diskarmor, Rygar begins to traverse the vast lands that lead to the lair of the demon, as his minions are trying in vain to stop him...

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