Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Fighting
- Platforms: Amstrad CPC, DOS, MSX, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Positive
- Publishers: Positive
Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior (1990)
Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior is a martial arts fighting game released in 1990 for the ZX Spectrum. It was developed by Vivid Image and published by Zeppelin Games. The game is based on the real-life martial art of Choy Li Fut, and features a variety of different fighting styles and techniques.
Gameplay
Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior is a one-on-one fighting game in which the player controls a martial artist and must defeat their opponent in order to progress. The game features a variety of different fighting styles, including Choy Li Fut, karate, and taekwondo. Each fighting style has its own unique set of moves and techniques, and the player must learn to use them effectively in order to succeed.
The game is played on a two-dimensional plane, and the player can move their character around the screen using the joystick. The player can also jump, crouch, and block their opponent’s attacks. To attack, the player can use a variety of punches, kicks, and throws. The player can also use special moves, which are more powerful than regular attacks but require more energy to use.
Graphics and sound
The graphics in Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior are simple but effective. The characters are well-animated and the backgrounds are detailed. The game’s sound effects are also good, and the music is catchy.
Reception
Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior received mixed reviews upon release. Some critics praised the game’s fast-paced gameplay and variety of fighting styles, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and lack of depth. Overall, the game was seen as a solid but unspectacular effort.
Legacy
Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior is not as well-known as some other martial arts fighting games from the early 1990s, but it is still remembered by some fans of the genre. The game’s fast-paced gameplay and variety of fighting styles make it a fun and challenging experience, and it is worth checking out for fans of martial arts games.
Overall
Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior is a solid martial arts fighting game that is worth checking out for fans of the genre. The game’s fast-paced gameplay and variety of fighting styles make it a fun and challenging experience.
Score
7/10
Recommendation
Recommended for fans of martial arts fighting games.
Additional information
- Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior was one of the first fighting games to feature a variety of different fighting styles.
- The game was developed by Vivid Image, a small British software company.
- Choy-Lee-Fut: Kung-Fu Warrior was released in Europe and Australia, but it was never released in North America.
Review Score
4/10
