The Colour of Magic (1986)
- Platforms
- C64, Amstrad CPC
- Where to get it
- My Abandonware
How it feels
This game feels like exploring a quirky fantasy world through simple text prompts and retro pixel art, with a slow, deliberate pace that relies on player curiosity.
fantasyadventureretrotext-basedquirkyslow-pacedobscure
About
Released in 1986 for the Commodore 64 and Amstrad CPC, *The Colour of Magic* brings a fantasy setting to these platforms. The title adapts material from Terry Pratchett's novel series into an interactive adventure format available on retro hardware.
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- The Stone of Wisdom (1986)
- Black Magic (1987)
- Henrietta's Book of Spells (1990)
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- Psycho Killer (1993)
- Robin of Sherlock (1986)
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- Bored of the Rings (1986)
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