Tarzan ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Action

Tarzan

SystemColecoVision
GenreAction
DeveloperColeco Industries, Inc.
PublisherColeco Industries, Inc.
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the ColecoVision, Tarzan is an action game developed by Coleco Industries, Inc..

Coleco Industries, Inc. also made Smurf: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle, Rocky Super Action Boxing and Dr. Seuss' Fix-Up the Mix-Up Puzzler for the ColecoVision.

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 ColecoVision 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 Tarzan 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.

Tarzan gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

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Playing ColecoVision games today

The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.

Tarzan FAQ

Who made Tarzan?

It was developed by Coleco Industries, Inc..

Is Tarzan multiplayer?

No. Tarzan is a single-player game.

How long does Tarzan take to play?

As an action game, Tarzan 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.

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