Ulysses and the Golden Fleece is a graphic adventure released by Sierra On-Line in 1981 for the Apple II. It was created by Bob Davis and Ken Williams as part of the Hi-Res Adventure series. With a still image displayed in the upper portion of the game screen, the player interacts the via a two-word command parser. The game was ported to the Atari 8-bit computers, Commodore 64, and IBM PC.
Reception
PC Magazine rated Ulysses 14.0 out of a total of 18 points. It called the graphics “gorgeous”, but noted the limited text parser compared to Infocom‘s Infidel.
References
External links
- Ulysses and the Golden Fleece at MobyGames
- The IBM PC version of Ulysses and the Golden Fleece can be played for free in the browser at the Internet Archive
Gamer24h Editor's Take
Ulysses and the Golden Fleece caught our attention with its unique design and has shaped up to be a must-play masterpiece candidate thanks to the depth of its experience. The visionary approach of developer Sierra On-Line, combined with the expertise of publisher Sierra On-Line, has resulted in an exceptionally refined product. Its innovative take on the Adventure genre offers a breath of fresh air for fans of the category. In short, an outstanding and immersive gaming experience awaits genre fans — we highly recommend giving it a shot!