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Thundercats – Lion-O Takes on Mumm-Ra in Elite’s C64 Action Game
️ ThunderCats (1987) – Commodore 64 Licensed Action Adventure from the TV Classic Released in 1987 by Elite Systems, ThunderCats brings the hit animated series to the Commodore 64, casting you as Lion-O on a mission to reclaim the Eye of Thundera from the evil Mumm-Ra. The game translates the show’s fantasy setting into a side-scrolling action adventure built around urgency and exploration. Each level represents a different elemental environment, with strict time limits pushing you forward as enemies and hazards close in. Combat is straightforward, but survival depends on learning layouts, managing momentum, and reacting quickly before time runs out. Progression is tied to rescuing fellow ThunderCats, including Tygra, Panthro, and WilyKit, who play a role in advancing the quest. While the mechanics remain simple, the game leans heavily into atmosphere, using bold colours and moody music to capture the tone of the TV series.
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️ ThunderCats (1987) – Commodore 64 Licensed Action Adventure from the TV Classic Released in 1987 by Elite Systems, ThunderCats brings the hit animated series to the Commodore 64, casting you as Lion-O on a mission to reclaim the Eye of Thundera from the evil Mumm-Ra. The game translates the show’s fantasy setting into a side-scrolling action adventure built around urgency and exploration. Each level represents a different elemental environment, with strict time limits pushing you forward as enemies and hazards close in. Combat is straightforward, but survival depends on learning layouts, managing momentum, and reacting quickly before time runs out. Progression is tied to rescuing fellow ThunderCats, including Tygra, Panthro, and WilyKit, who play a role in advancing the quest. While the mechanics remain simple, the game leans heavily into atmosphere, using bold colours and moody music to capture the tone of the TV series.
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Magazine Reviews · 7
Contemporary average 75% · range 55–90%
ACE
Reviewed by Elite full-price release
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C&VG
Reviewed by Elite full-price release
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Commodore Computing Int.
Reviewed by Encore budget release
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Commodore User
Reviewed by Ferdy Hamilton. Elite full-price release
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Datormagazin
Reviewed by Tomas Hybner. Elite full-price release
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Games Machine
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Zzap!64
Reviewed by Julian Rignall, Paul Sumner & Steve Jarratt. Elite full-price release
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