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1993 Classic

A classic 16-bit platformer where you play as Asterix or Obelix, punching Romans and hopping through cartoony levels to rescue Dogmatix. It captures the look and humor of the comics well.

What defines Astérix and the Great Rescue:

  • Lots of humour
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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