Albert Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 /development_page.html?InDevelopmentID=51John Swiderski, author of Haunted House II 3-D and Combat II Advanced for the 5200, is now developing his third 5200 title, tentatively titled Z-Adventure. Gameplay will be similar to a combination of Zelda 1 for the NES and Zelda Gameboy, but with more strategy and puzzle solving than quick joystick action. The game will feature bad guys and battles, but toned down to a level the 5200 joystick can handle. Only the gameplay will be similar to Zelda, the story itself will completely new. We've posted screenshots here, showing the game's early progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Plus Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 Mmmm.... tile graphic adventures! Isn't that kind of risky basing the game format on Zelda though? Nintrendoh isn't exactly known for compassion. And the way that they've gone after homebrewers is downright criminal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goochman Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 You could prob find a 1/2 dozen games on the 800/ST with the same tile based adventure theme. Ultima comes to mind...Gateway to Apshai........I wouldnt worry about anything. Look and feel, well you might want to alter it a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gargamel_of_oz Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 Nintendo cant complain about tile adventures. They have no proprietary interest in such a format - that's public domain. The thing though that they have is the rights to Zelda - that's their Trademark - they may get a bit touchy with that... And dont forget Ultima has been around since the early early 80s or even the late 70s so I dont think that Ultima would ever have violated Zelda... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Plus Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 No.... I was really referring to the Zelda-ish appearance of the game. They've gone after that sort of thing before (and won). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic George 2K3 Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 I don't see a problem with a Zelda imitator for the 5200, as long as the programmer can make such a game happen and it doesn't offend any existing copyrights. Some "imitation Zeldas" like Neutopia I & II for the TurboGrafx-16 and Golden Axe Warrior for the Sega Master System have existed without any problems, unless there's something I don't entirely know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Cafeman Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 That John S. is a crazy, game-churning-out madman! Looks good John. Hope it's not done before Adventure II, that would be embarassing. Maybe I should switch to Calamari's 5200 Basic?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Plus Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 I dont think that its any threat to your game.... A2 already has strong support. If only 10% of the members here are interested but can only buy one game, that's still over 100 carts 4dabodaya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Cafeman Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 I dont think that its any threat to your game.... Well, THAT's not what I meant but thanks for the kind words. When is Z-adventure expected to be completed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasoco Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 This game looks pretty darn cool. I love the Zelda top-down games and can't wait to give this a try. Looks pretty awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Atari Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 Looks awesome! I'll be picking that cart up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggystar Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 I will be posting an update to Albert on Monday. What you can't see from this demo is that the screens are not static. I have a drawing program that allows me to compress the number of screens i'm going to need to fit it onto 32k. Wait till you see the demo on monday. Anyway, the story and the name are quite up in the air at this point. Even the look is going to change as I progress. I have some ideas and directions but input is greatly appreciated! thanks! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegaManFan Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 Looks like it will be another 5200 homebrew classic. I'm more and more glad I got one of these for Christmas every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggystar Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 I am glad to be able to bring some good games to the 5200. I am working toward a goal that Atari should have done but didn't. It seems most game systems get a last great game that utilizes all the secrets and hidden power the machine has before it gets retired. Sort of like double dragon on the 2600 or, Super Mario 3 on Nes or Sonic 3d For the genesis. The 5200 was just cast aside to early. Esspecially since the 5200 was essentialy a computer anyway! Oh well, hopefully this will be one of those games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Player Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 That John S. is a crazy, game-churning-out madman! Looks good John. Hope it's not done before Adventure II, that would be embarassing. Maybe I should switch to Calamari's 5200 Basic?! Is Z-Adventure being written in 5200 Basic or Assembly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Atari Posted December 8, 2002 Share Posted December 8, 2002 It seems most game systems get a last great game that utilizes all the secrets and hidden power the machine has before it gets retired. Sort of like double dragon on the 2600 Right on! I'd say just change the title, Z-Adventure, Zelda's Adventure, probably not a big risk, but better safe than sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggystar Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 5200bas's antic designer is very helpful so my blocks are made with it. There is too much going on in this game to use 5200bas except as a layout design. Pretty much every thing is in assembly this time. That's why this one is taking me so long. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serguei2 Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 Wow! The game looks awesome. I'm wondering if the game support a save game. Robin Gravel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sku_u Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 Looks interesting. Are you going to take preorders? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serguei2 Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 Too bad. I don't have the 5200 videogame. I like playing 5200 games using the emulator. Do you plan to put the rom z adventure on your web? Or do I need to buy the rom for playing the game on my computer? Robin Gravel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Atari Posted December 9, 2002 Share Posted December 9, 2002 Is it gonna have a kickin' soundtrack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calamari Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 Pretty much every thing is in assembly this time. That's why this one is taking me so long. Ahh, so the extended use of 5200BAS serves as a stepping stone to harder drugs like ASM.. This is good to hear calamari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggystar Posted December 12, 2002 Share Posted December 12, 2002 Well, I emailed Albert the new binary but he's been so busy with that other thread. Poor guy. anyway, soon as he gets it uploaded you will get to see some nice new screen shots and download and test it out for yourself. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted December 12, 2002 Author Share Posted December 12, 2002 Well, I emailed Albert the new binary but he's been so busy with that other thread. Poor guy. anyway, soon as he gets it uploaded you will get to see some nice new screen shots and download and test it out for yourself. I just spent a few minutes playing it and emailed you some comments. ..Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Mo Posted December 13, 2002 Share Posted December 13, 2002 Neat stuff all the way around. I look forward to seeing this and Adventure 2. Wish I had time to work on a 5200 game. I have three designs for 5200 games laying around...but I work in game development all day long for my real job, so it's a little hard to get motivated to do more game work in my off hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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