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Freeware Archon Remake, 20 Years On

Posted by simoniker on from the wot-no-adept? dept.

c64cryptoboy writes "It's been 20 years since Archon first came out for the Atari, shortly followed by ports for the C64, Amiga, NES, and DOS. Now it looks as if a new freeware version is in the works, one that promises to be true to the Atari/C64 versions' gameplay. The developers are apparently working with one of the original Archon creators, Jon Freeman. Here's a development screenshot." Nothing to download yet, but polls and development diaries galore for this interesting remake.

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  1. One of the best games ever... by neostorm · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I spent hours playing Archon and Archon 2. I still have the original packaging from the first game. It's about time someone revived this fantastic game.
    Penny Arcade recently pointed out the similarities between the original Archon and this up and coming title:
    http://www.gamespot.com/ps2/strategy/wrath unleashe d/news_6026702.html

    I can't wait.

  2. ARQ by Idolminds · · Score: 2, Interesting

    For those people with Quake 3, you can try out ARQ. The board is the same, with Q3 models reprisenting different pieces. When you fight over a square, you both get transported to the arena to fight it out. Of course, different pieces have different weapons and damage ratings.

    It can be played on any Q3 map, which becomes the arena you fight in. Pretty cool.