Elidon is a 1985 action game developed and published by Orpheus for the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, and MSX computers.
Gameplay
Elidon is a flip-screen (or flick-screen) platform game. The player controls a flying Faerie using the keyboard or joystick. When the Faerie reaches the edge of the current screen, it will ‘flip’ to the next screen, a common technique in 1980s home computers.
The player must avoid the nasties and obstacles which drain the Faerie’s energy. A wand can be used to remove the nasties. The Faerie can only hold three collectables at a time.
Reception
Elidon was well received by press, including review scores of 78% from Amtix, 15/20 from Computer Gamer, 85% from CVG Magazine and 83% from Zzap!64.
References
External links
- Elidon at MobyGames
Gamer24h Editor's Take
Put under the Gamer24h team's microscope, Elidon raises the bar considerably with both its storytelling and technical polish. Thanks to Aackosoft, Orpheus Ltd's meticulous craftsmanship and Orpheus, Aackosoft <small>(Denmark)</small>'s strong presentation, the high production quality is evident in every moment of the game. Masterfully blending Action mechanics with modern standards, the game's fluid gameplay makes hours fly by unnoticed. If you're looking for an absorbing world and satisfying mechanics that pull you right in, this game might be exactly what you've been searching for.