Game Overview

Released in 1992 by the Midway Manufacturing Company, this arcade game offers a quirky take on medieval sports. Set in the year 621 AD, it presents a humorous and violent version of American football, seasoned with medieval elements, and delivers an engaging blend of action, strategy, and comedy.

Gameplay

• Objective: Players navigate a rugged landscape with a team, attempting to carry or kick a ball into the opposing team’s end zone.
• Setting: The game portrays a chaotic medieval environment filled with obstacles, including rivers and pits, which teams must navigate.
• Mechanics: Players can control both the movement and actions of their characters, utilizing weapons found throughout the game, and can engage in aggressive simulations of play with humorous violence.

Key Features

• Dynamic Gameplay: The combination of strategy and chaotic violence creates unpredictable and entertaining matches.
• Two-Player Mode: Allows for engaging head-to-head play, enhancing the competitive aspect.
• Humorous Elements: The game is infused with comical animations and sound effects that lighten the medieval brutality.

Legacy

Although it may not be as well-known as some of its contemporaries, this game holds a cult status among fans of arcade games from the early 90s. Its unique blend of sports and medieval combat makes it a charming addition to the history of arcade entertainment.