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The Battle of Olympus (1988)

The Battle of Olympus (1988)

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Nintendo Entertainment System Family Computer

Olympus no Tatakai: Ai no Densetsu, Olympus no Tatakai

Release Date: 1988, March 23
Alternative Titles: Olympus no Tatakai: Ai no Densetsu, Olympus no Tatakai
Countries: Japan
Publishers: Nintendo, Imagineer, Brøderbund Software

Description:

The Battle For Olympus was developed by Infinity and Radical Entertainment for the Nintendo Entertainment System and Nintendo GameBoy. It was released in 1988, the year after Zelda II was released. The game borrowed many concepts from the popular Zelda game, utilizing various special weapons and tools as the game progresses.

Storyline:

The Battle For Olympus takes place in Ancient Greece, which is being tormented by the ruler of the underworld-Hades. Orpheus, the main protagonist of the game, must rescue his girlfriend Helene from Hades. The game incorporates a number of different mythological creatures from Greek lore; including Cyclopes, Centaurs, and Medusa-as well as numerous Greek gods. Orpheus, using various upgrades in weaponry, travels deep into the underworld to defeat Hades, conquering numerous foes on the way.

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