Dark Warrior

Century Electronics • 1981

Dark Warrior — Title screen
Title screen
Dark Warrior — Gameplay
Gameplay

Dark Warrior is a two-player shooter released by Century Electronics in 1981. Players use eight-way joysticks and buttons to control their characters as they navigate through on-screen targets, engaging in gallery-style shooting action. The game features voice simulation, adding an unusual element to the gameplay experience. The CVS board powers this title, which challenges players to coordinate attacks and clear a series of obstacles. Each player has two buttons at their disposal for firing and maneuvering. Released in October of 1981, Dark Warrior represents a snapshot of early arcade shooter design from Century Electronics, providing a cooperative experience for two players simultaneously.

Details

Manufacturer
Century Electronics
Year
1981
Players
2
Genre
Shooter / Gallery
Display
raster, rotated 90°
Emulation status
imperfect
MAME ID
darkwar

Machine data derived from the MAME project.