Athena is a platform developed by SNK, released 31 December 1987 on Commodore C64/128/MAX.
What Athena is
Athena is a platform game developed by SNK and released in 1987. It was published by Imagine Software. It is available on Commodore C64/128/MAX only.
The premise, in the publisher's words
In this action-adventure game, players embark on a mythical journey as Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom, who leaves her castle to explore the perilous Fantasy World beyond. As you navigate through diverse environments, from sky to sea, you'll face an array of strange and formidable creatures. Discover and wield various weapons, including a ball and chain, bow and arrow, and a powerful sword to combat your foes. The game offers unique gameplay elements, allowing Athena to transform into different forms - donning wings to soar through the skies or becoming a mermaid to delve into ocean depths. This blend of Greek mythology, shape-shifting abilities, and varied combat creates an engaging and…
How it plays
It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are fantasy. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
Athena launched on 31 December 1987, within three weeks of Wasteland, Final Fantasy, Nebulus and Head Over Heels.
Released around the same time: Wasteland, Final Fantasy, Nebulus, Head Over Heels.
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When did Athena come out?
Athena was released on 31 December 1987 for Commodore C64/128/MAX.
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