This looks extremely authentic to a C64 action platformer from back in the day, the graphics, sound and music are spot on. The loadscreen and hacking intro are nice touches as well. It really reminds me of games like Psygnosis Barbarian or Palaces Barbarian 2, Stormlord etc. The Barbarian hero was really popular at the time as was the Ninja thanks to the classis Arnie movie. However it emulates these games a bit too well. Controls are pretty good, but by the time you do your two hit combo with your sword the enemy will hit you. In the very beginning its fine, but the stone tossing green guys are a pain. A way to block would of been nice or have your attacks be quicker and enemies die quicker as well like Rastan or have enemies stagger back from a attack. I would of like to have some modern quality of life improvements, like the ability to save and checkpoints. Also you have only one life and when you die you may get the highscore but cant put in your name (I know earlier arcade style...
Black Jewel
$1.99
- Release Date:
- Dec 1, 2017
- Developer:
- Oscar Celestini
- Publisher:
- Forever Entertainment S. A.
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
Black Jewel is a PC Windows game created in c64 style. Pure pixel art and simple concept (but hard to complete).
You are Ryan, a barbarian warrior and you've got to keep back to the realm the Black Jewel, stolen by Darkor.
Features:
-Play using keyboard or joypad;
- CRT effect perfect for a retrogame feeling available;
- Five different zones (forest, ruins, castle...) More than 50 screens to complete in old style pixel art;
- 5 dangerous bosses;
- Intro and ending pixel art illustrations;
- Best score;
- Original Ost, 5 tracks by Gianluca Pappalardo
You are Ryan, a barbarian warrior and you've got to keep back to the realm the Black Jewel, stolen by Darkor.
Features:
-Play using keyboard or joypad;
- CRT effect perfect for a retrogame feeling available;
- Five different zones (forest, ruins, castle...) More than 50 screens to complete in old style pixel art;
- 5 dangerous bosses;
- Intro and ending pixel art illustrations;
- Best score;
- Original Ost, 5 tracks by Gianluca Pappalardo
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User Reviews
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System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4440 (or equivalent)
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia 320M or higher, or Radeon 7000 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 15 MB available space
FAQ
How much does Black Jewel cost?
Black Jewel costs $1.99.
What are the system requirements for Black Jewel?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: Intel Core i5-4440 (or equivalent) Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: nVidia 320M or higher, or Radeon 7000 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 15 MB available space
What platforms is Black Jewel available on?
Black Jewel is available on Windows PC.
Is Black Jewel worth buying?
Black Jewel has 0% positive reviews from 1 players.
When was Black Jewel released?
Black Jewel was released on Dec 1, 2017.
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