Disney's Hercules

Disney's Action Game Hercules

Release Date: January 1, 1997

Arcade, platformers, cartoons, mythology, 2D, Disney, singleplayer

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Two-dimensional platformer based on Walt Disney's animated film. We play the role of Hercules, who tries to prove that he is worthy of sitting at Olympus with the gods. In order to do so, we defeat numerous opponents known from mythology, jump on the rock shelves and prepare for the final battle with Hades.

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Disney's Action Game Hercules, also known under a shorter title Disney's Hercules, is a 2D platformer released on PC, PSP and PS3. In the game, we spend most of our time on dangerous slopes and platforms, defeating enemies sent by the Greek gods who put us to the test. From time to time, the perspective changes from a side view to the third-person.

Plot

The plot of the game coincides with the story presented in an animated movie created by Disney. The main character is the son of Zeus, the Greek ruler of Olympus, and Alcmena, a mortal woman. Commonly considered to be the strongest man on Earth, Hercules must prove his power to the gods to join their circle. However, not everyone likes this idea. Hercule will face, among other things, Hades himself and his numerous servants.

Mechanics

In terms of gameplay, Disney's Action Game Hercules is no different from other platformers. We eliminate enemies with our sword and fists. Over time, we find weapon upgrades to temporarily throw lightning or deal fire damage. Hercules' health bar is displayed in the corner of the screen. We fill it up by drinking from cups scattered around the levels. During the available stages (10 in total), we face numerous bosses. Apart from Hades, we will also fight, e.g. Centaur, Minotaur and Hydra.