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Hero Quest Soundtrack (ZX Spectrum)

Hero Quest Soundtrack

Hero Quest Soundtrack (ZX Spectrum), Barry Leitch, 1991

Board games are arguably a lot easier to turn into video games than say movies. They already function as games, have a set of clearly defined rules, and often enough feature just enough backstory to efficiently set up the game’s world. The sheer number of Dungeons & Dragons video games is a testament to the close connection between both worlds. Of course, the success of the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop games inspired others to follow in their footsteps. In 1989, US board game manufacturer Milton Bradley tried their hand at a fantasy-themed title called Hero Quest. Despite its generic presentation, the game was fairly successful around the globe, with several expansions, new editions and even novels published.

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Tagged With: 1991, 221B Software Development, Barry Leitch, Chiptune, Hero Quest (Franchise), RP, ZX Spectrum

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