Gauntlet (PlayChoice-10)

Team up with a friend for frantic action in Gauntlet, a maze shooter released in 1985 as part of Nintendo’s PlayChoice-10 system. Players choose from four fantasy characters – a Wizard, Valkyrie, Elf, and Warrior – each possessing unique strengths and abilities to navigate labyrinthine dungeons filled with monsters. The core gameplay involves exploring these interconnected mazes, battling various creatures using spells, swords, and bows, while managing limited health potions. The objective is to survive as long as possible by clearing rooms of enemies and finding secret passages within the complex layouts. Cooperative play is essential; players must strategically support each other to overcome increasingly difficult challenges. Gauntlet utilizes a unique PlayChoice-10 cartridge, offering a distinct experience compared to its later release on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Controlling your character requires precise movements with an eight-way joystick and utilizing two buttons for actions. This version of Gauntlet showcases Atari’s design through a partnership with Tengen under license from Nintendo of America.