Tomarc the Barbarian ColecoVision box art

ColecoVision · Action

Tomarc the Barbarian

SystemColecoVision
GenreAction
DeveloperXonox
PublisherXonox
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the ColecoVision, Tomarc the Barbarian is an action game developed by Xonox.

Xonox also made Artillery Duel, Chuck Norris Superkicks and It's Only Rock 'n' Roll for the ColecoVision.

Tomarc the Barbarian is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 Tomarc the Barbarian 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.

Tomarc the Barbarian gameplay screenshot on ColecoVision
In-game screenshot (ColecoVision)

Tomarc the Barbarian walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Tomarc the Barbarian FAQ

Who made Tomarc the Barbarian?

It was developed by Xonox.

Is Tomarc the Barbarian multiplayer?

No. Tomarc the Barbarian is a single-player game.

How long does Tomarc the Barbarian take to play?

As an action game, Tomarc the Barbarian 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.

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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