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Zorro – Get the Barman Drunk… Then Use His Stomach as a Trampoline on the C64

Released in 1985 by U. S. Gold and developed by Datasoft, Zorro brings the legendary masked hero to the Commodore 64 in a stylish action-adventure inspired by classic swashbuckling cinema. Created by James Garon, the game reflects Datasoft’s distinctive approach to licensed titles, placing atmosphere and presentation front and centre. Set in an evocative vision of Old California, players guide Zorro through pueblo towns, underground caverns, dusty streets, and candle-lit catacombs. Progress is driven by exploration and environmental awareness rather than constant combat, with each location feeling like a carefully framed scene from a graphic novel. The game’s visual design is one of its strongest features, with large, expressive sprites and period-inspired architecture giving the world a strong sense of identity. This is reinforced by the soundtrack, including a memorable rendition of Cielito Lindo, which adds a distinctly Latin flavour to the experience.

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Released in 1985 by U. S. Gold and developed by Datasoft, Zorro brings the legendary masked hero to the Commodore 64 in a stylish action-adventure inspired by classic swashbuckling cinema. Created by James Garon, the game reflects Datasoft’s distinctive approach to licensed titles, placing atmosphere and presentation front and centre. Set in an evocative vision of Old California, players guide Zorro through pueblo towns, underground caverns, dusty streets, and candle-lit catacombs. Progress is driven by exploration and environmental awareness rather than constant combat, with each location feeling like a carefully framed scene from a graphic novel. The game’s visual design is one of its strongest features, with large, expressive sprites and period-inspired architecture giving the world a strong sense of identity. This is reinforced by the soundtrack, including a memorable rendition of Cielito Lindo, which adds a distinctly Latin flavour to the experience.

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Magazine Reviews

Magazine Reviews · 4 Contemporary average 67% · range 60–78%
7/10
C&VG Issue 52 · February 1986 · page 21 Reviewed by US Gold full-price release
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3/5
Commodore User Issue 25 · October 1985 · page 29 Reviewed by Eugene Lacey. US Gold / Datasoft full-price release
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6/10
Your Commodore Issue 18 · March 1986 · page 46 Reviewed by Gordon Hamlett. US Gold full-price release
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78%
Zzap!64 Issue 10 · February 1986 · page 38 Reviewed by Gary Liddon, Julian Rignall & Paul Sumner. US Gold / Datasoft full-price release
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