Hero of the Golden Talisman C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Hero of the Golden Talisman

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
Released1985
GenreAction
DeveloperMr Chip Software
PublisherM.A.D.
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Commodore 64 in 1985, Hero of the Golden Talisman is an action game developed by Mr Chip Software and published by M.A.D..

It landed about 3 years into the C64's life. Other notable C64 releases from 1985 include Entombed, Mail Order Monsters and Racing Destruction Set.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Hero of the Golden Talisman is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Hero of the Golden Talisman gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Hero of the Golden Talisman walkthroughs & guides

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Playing C64 games today

C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.

Hero of the Golden Talisman FAQ

When did Hero of the Golden Talisman come out on the C64?

Hero of the Golden Talisman was released for the Commodore 64 in 1985.

Who made Hero of the Golden Talisman?

It was developed by Mr Chip Software and published by M.A.D..

Is Hero of the Golden Talisman multiplayer?

No. Hero of the Golden Talisman is a single-player game.

How long does Hero of the Golden Talisman take to play?

As an action game, Hero of the Golden Talisman typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Hero of the Golden Talisman on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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