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Well, regarding the game... I always thought the graphics were crap, even back in the day lol, so.. it's not really my thing, never played it more than once or twice, I was more of a Bubble Bobble, Green Beret, Midnight Resistance & IK+ player.

As for the game, I rate it 6.5/10 at best, an average yet quite ugly console romp (man, those graphics are ruff... I'm too spoiled by new titles like Puzzle Bobble, SNK vs CAPCOM, Pig's Quest, etc. I'm a graphics guy, so a game must look good to me and this game simply doesn't.)

LC-Games143 days ago

I completely understand your point and I agree with you to a certain extent, but I wanted to pay homage to a game that for many represents a part of the history of the C64, so I wanted to perfectly recreate the graphics and sounds for the most die-hard nostalgics, also because this game was requested by many people, the most requested game in fact.

reFLEX64143 days ago (1 edit)

Yes, it's a historic title so people expect it too look the part. Surprising so many people wanted this, I would have easily picked something else but it's all good, I made a cover for it as well, it's a nice classic after all.

Update: I just found out you made a H.E.R.O. 2 version for PC which already has better graphics, which is quite cool. Maybe that version is coming to C64 too one day... :)

LC-Games143 days ago

HERO is Back 2 for PC would be technically challenging to port to the C64, unless you gave up the scrolling. In any case, I'm taking a long break now, after which I'll decide whether to continue programming C64 games or pursue something else.

reFLEX64142 days ago

Good to know. Take a break, you certainly own it. I'm gonna miss ports like Lock n' Chase, Bagman & Dig Dug Revival but you already made a lot so thanks for all the work. Enjoy your time off.

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