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The Holy Grail

You have to find the Holy Grail before your evil brother Balnard does in order to prevent a tyrant from ruling over your father's kingdom.

31 December 1984

The Holy Grail is an adventure, released 31 December 1984 on Apple II and DOS. The main story takes about 4 hrs to finish.

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What The Holy Grail is

The Holy Grail was released in 1984. It was published by Hayden Software. It is available on Apple II and DOS.

The premise, in the publisher's words

You are the eldest offspring of the Grand and Exalted Emperor Soltan of Lantavia, and your father's rightful heir. Unfortunately your scheming younger brother, Prince Balnard, through cunning and deception, has insinuated his way into consideration for the throne. Your father, kind and righteous in his intentions, has been unable to see through Balnard's facade. He cannot think ill of his own child. Being a fair and concerned ruler, your father desperately desires the most honorable and capable successor. Night after night he wrestles with his decision. Which of his children should ascend to the throne? One evening, your father summons you and your brother to his private chamber. As you and…
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How it plays

It is played from a text perspective. Its themes are fantasy. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.

How long it takes, and what that costs

The main story runs about 4 hrs.

What it launched against

The Holy Grail launched on 31 December 1984, within three weeks of Impossible Mission, Jet Set Willy, 3D Starstrike and Bomb Jack.

Released around the same time: Impossible Mission, Jet Set Willy, 3D Starstrike, Bomb Jack.

Official trailer

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Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.

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Quick answers

The Holy Grail — frequently asked questions

When did The Holy Grail come out?
The Holy Grail was released on 31 December 1984 for Apple II and DOS.
How long does it take to beat The Holy Grail?
The main story of The Holy Grail takes around 4 hrs.

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