Roc'n Rope

The whole point of the game was to get to the top of the level, to the golden bird at the top; all while avoiding the monsters along the way. The game was created in 1983 and was originally published by Konami as an arcade game. The game was also released for the Atari 2600, and the ColecoVision.

Also:

- Published by: Konami
- Developed by: Kosuka

Designer: Tokuro Fujiwara
- Platform: Arcade, Atari 2600, ColecoVision
- Year Released: !983
Significant Contributors to Game Development: Following something that was created by the player
Genre: Platform
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History

The game originated in Japan. The game first allowed the player to follow something that the player themselves created.

Game Design Elements

Color contrast was very well planned out throughout the game. There is however, no real difference in the level layout, just a few more levels to move up every time.

Gameplay

The controls are pretty solid. Aiming the "speargun" has no real need, it's either you aim right or left. There is no elevation change when aiming the gun, it's at a constant 45 degree angle.

Controls

The controls were solid as far as playing the game went. The controller was an 8 way control stick, with one button; which was used for firing the "speargun."

Plot

The story in this game is pretty basic, get to the bird and grab onto its tail to carry onto the next level. Honestly, im not sure what happens at the end of the game, but i have a feeling a simple "GAME OVER" pops up and gives you the option to put in a high score.

Characters

Main Character- an archeologist that is equipped with a flashlight and harpoon gun.

Phoenix Bird- The prize possession, achieved after each level

Monsters- cavemen looking creatures and man-sized dinosaurs try to prevent you from getting to the bird at the top.

Art

Visual

The visual art is appealing to an extent, at least as far as an 8-bit game goes. The character design goes together well with the idea of the game. The 2D platformer brings together the best of the platformers before them.

Sound

Very simple, 8-bit sound. Bring out the primal feeling of the game.