Xargon
Gameplay is standard side-scrolling action that fans of Epic's other games wil be familiar with. In many ways, though, Xargon is a better game than Jill of the Jungle. In addition to some really cool (and creative) enemies, levels, and power-ups, Xargon features a nice overhead map you use to explore the land. When you enter a location (such as a cave, city, etc.), the game shifts to the normal 2D side-scrolling mode. In addition to providing a nice respite from combat and place all the platform levels in a logical geographical context, the overhead map also serves as the venue for plot advancement: from time to time, a text-box will pop up when you reach a certain location, describing story developments. Anyone who enjoys Jill of the Jungle and Jazz Jackrabbit will find Xargon an enjoyable game that is also much longer than an average Epic platformer. Strangely enough, it was not included in Epic's catalog of oldies they still sell at Epic Classics site, although the official game pages are still up. So, download the registered version here :)
Average Rating: | 8.44 [109 votes] |
Genre: | Action |
Designer: | Allen Pilgrim & Joe Hitchens |
Developer: | Epic Megagames |
Publisher: | Epic Megagames |
Year: | 1993 |
Software Copyright: | Epic Megagames |
Theme: | Fantasy |
Multiplayer: | |
Related Links: | Official site |
More Info: | Mobygames | The Web |
System Requirements: | DOS |
If you like this game, try: | Golden Eagle, Hunter Hunted, Alien Carnage |
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Technical Notes: | Run XARGON2.EXE for the second episode, and XARGON3.EXE for the third |
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