⚔️ A Timeless Arcade Classic
Released in 1989 by Sega, Golden Axe is a classic beat 'em up video game. It was originally developed for arcade machines (System 16B hardware) and was soon successfully ported to computer systems and home consoles. Only the Sega Mega Drive received the full sequels to the game (I, II, and III).
- The game was designed by Makoto Uchida, who also created Altered Beast the previous year.
- Its success led to the development of a franchise, including multiple sequels and various spin-offs.
- Amiga, Atari ST, and MS-DOS versions were released later, in 1990, by Virgin Software.
✍️ The Story
The story is set in the fictional realm of Yuria, a high-fantasy medieval world reminiscent of Conan the Barbarian. The villainous Death Adder has kidnapped the King of Yuria and his daughter, imprisoning them in their own castle. He also seizes the Golden Axe, a powerful magical symbol of the kingdom, threatening to destroy both it and the royal family unless the people submit to his rule.
A milestone in digital music production.
Launched in April 1989 for the Atari ST, Cubase was a groundbreaking MIDI sequencer, praised for its user-friendly interface and advanced features that set new standards in music production
- Initially sold as a MIDI-only sequencer for the Atari ST (Cubase 1)
- Among the many legendary bands that utilized Cubase on Atari ST computers were Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys, and Tangerine Dream
- Digital audio recording capabilities were added later, and it became also available for Macintosh and Windows-based systems
- Over time, Cubase has evolved from a basic MIDI sequencer into a powerful digital audio workstation that fully supports VST (Virtual Studio Technology) instruments and effects
KGB for Amiga and MS-DOS
You don’t have to be a fan of adventure games to appreciate this masterpiece. With stunning graphics and beautiful music, it offers a richly atmospheric experience that transports you to a different time and place—unlike anything else.
- The game is a point-and-click adventure set during the Cold War
- Initially released for Amiga and IBM PC compatibles (DOS)
- Later re-released for Windows as "1953: KGB Unleashed"
- Platforms: Amiga and IBM PC
- Published: Virgin Games (1992)
🥇 ReadySoft was a Canadian video game developer, publisher, and distributor established in 1987 by David Foster and headquartered in Ontario, Canada. Their portfolio featured a range of emulators alongside home computer adaptations of Sullivan Bluth's laserdisc game series, including Dragon's Lair, Space Ace, and their sequels.
🏰 Dragon's Lair
🐉 Dragon's Lair I (Original Arcade Release: 1983)
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, ReadySoft successfully brought this visually impressive title to platforms like Amiga, Atari ST, DOS, C64, Apple IIGS, and Macintosh.
⚔️ Redefining RPGs
FTL Games released Dungeon Master in 1987 for the Atari ST and it soon became the platform's best-selling title. Dungeon Master isn’t just a classic—it’s a blueprint. Decades later, dedicated fans still maintain archives, mods, and maps via fan sites like the Dungeon Master Encyclopaedia.
- Sold over 60,000 copies by 1990 and topped UK sales charts for a full year
- Leveraged the Atari ST's 512-color palette with fluidity in monster animation
- Employed digitized effects at 5.5 kHz—impressive for the era
- Early versions had bugs, later resolved in version 1.2
📦 Collection of Sierra Graphic Adventures
Sierra Entertainment, Inc.—originally known as On-Line Systems and later Sierra On-Line, Inc.—was an American video game developer and publisher established in 1979 by Ken and Roberta Williams. They played a groundbreaking role in the development of graphic adventure games, notably creating the genre's first title, Mystery House (1980).
