Golden Axe Returns

Golden Axe Returns is a beat'em up developed with OpenBOR that is set in the Golden Axe universe. The game's story takes place between the events of the third installment of the saga and the brilliant Revenge of Death Adder, a sequel released in 1992 exclusively for arcade machines.

Lots of characters to choose from

In the original Golden Axe, there were only three characters to choose from: Ax, the warrior; Gilius, the dwarf; and Tyris, the Amazon. In Golden Axe Returns, however, you can choose from a dozen different heroes. The three characters from the original game are joined by the full cast of Golden Axe III and Golden Axe: The Revenge of Death Adder, including Chronos, the panther, and Proud, the giant. Each character, of course, has their own skills, attributes, and special attacks.

Up to four simultaneous players

As is common among games developed with OpenBOR, Golden Axe Returns allows up to four players to play simultaneously. Anyone who has ever played any of the Golden Axe titles will know that it is best to play at least in a pair, as the difficulty level can be pretty high in some areas. After all, there are levels in the game where you will have to face half a dozen enemies at the same time. In those cases, you will need help, and this is where your friends come in.

A classic beat'em up

Golden Axe is undoubtedly one of the best-known beat'em up franchises in history. And Golden Axe Returns offers a gameplay experience that is virtually identical to that of the other titles in the series. Normally, you will have to advance from the left to the right of the screen, defeating all the enemies that get in your way. You can take away their weapons, potions, and even their mounts. In fact, it is highly recommended to steal mounts from enemies, as they will not only allow you to make much more powerful attacks but will also absorb some of the damage you receive.

Download Golden Axe Returns to enjoy an outstanding action game. Despite being a fan game, the game could very well pass for an official release, especially if you take into account that the storyline is masterfully integrated into the canon of the saga. This is a real treat for fans of the genre in general and the Golden Axe franchise in particular.