Legend
Toka
1998
1–2 Players
PlayStation
Sony Playstation
Action
Funsoft
T - Teen
Yes
Description
Legend is a 3D Beat-em-up game released on the Sony Playstation in 1998. It is a remake of the Super Nintendo game of the same name, Legend. It was developed by Toka, which included the same two key members who created the original Legend, Carlo Perconti and Lyes Belaidouni.
STORY:
There is chaos and despair in the kingdom of Tovakia. The King’s felonious brother has been exiled to live as an outlaw in the outer rims of the world after several violent attempts of assassinating the King and take over the throne. Saturated with hate and greed the brother will not remain in oblivion for long. He attends a Dark Sorcerer to learn the powers of evil and black magic. The King shall not feel safe for long.
After years of studies the evil brother himself becomes a Dark Sorceror and is ready to stand up against his brother which he hates with all of his cold heart. But he can not do it alone. He needs an army, a force of warriors to break through the defences of his brother. He therefore turns to Morlock the Soulthief for help and support. The evil demons agrees to the vicious schemes of the King’s brother under one circumstance: All souls in the kingdom will for eternity belong to Morlock for his personal satisfaction. Being so Morlock and the evil brother become allies. Allies in blood. Already an evil and sinister plan was forming in the heads of the rulers of darkness.
Later in the castle of the King the loyal life guards Axel, Tara and Karo stand guard in front of the door to the throne room. Suddenly they hear a deafening noise and the King’s cry for help. Swiftly they turn around and knock the door open with their weapons just in time to see a hideous gargoyle standing with the King in its arms. As Axel moves forward to stop the gargoyle two monsters step out of the dark and attack the fearless trio. In the meantime the gargoyle gets away with the motionless body of the King. After a short bloody battle Axel, Tara and Karo are standing alone in the throne room of the King looking out of the scattered window where they can see the shape of the gargoyle vanishing in the horizon.
Dark times are coming and Axel, Tara and Karo prepare themselves for a quest. The quest to find the King and to destroy the evil alliance of the felonious brother and Morlock the Soulthief.
CHARACTERS:
* Axel: The average all-around character. Good with every weapon.
* Tara: A fast character. Good with light weapons.
* Karo: A strong but slow character. Good with heavy weapons.
WEAPONS:
* Sword
* Long Sword
* Double Sword
* Knives Stick
* Heavy Axe
* Crossbow
* Cannon
* Magic Gauntlets
STAGES:
* Stage 1: Dark Forest
* Stage 2: The City
* Stage 3: Arena
* Stage 4: Evil Church
* Stage 5: Dark Fortress
FEATURES:
* Side-scrolling hack and slash ’em-up
* Amazing graphics with multiple characters on screen at once
* Huge range of monsters from gargoyles to a giant dragon
* Instinctive controls and non-stop action
Manufacturer’s description:
Let the legend begin.
The King has been kidnapped by Morlock the Soulthief an ally of the King’s evil brother.You have to control the King’s lifeguards Axel,Kara and Tano in an attempt to rescue the King from the clutches of evil and restore peace and order to the Kingdom of Tokavia.
Legend
Legend is a cult-classic medieval side-scrolling beat 'em up developed by the aptly named Arcade Zone and released in 1994. Often mistaken for a ported arcade cabinet due to its lush, high-detail sprites and fluid animations, this fantasy brawler was actually built to capture the raw power and aesthetic of 1990s arcade hardware. Players step into the armored boots of the heroic knights, Kaor and Igor, as they journey through the fractured, chaotic kingdom of Sellech. Their ultimate quest is to defeat the tyrannical Clovis, a corrupt king who seeks to harness a forbidden, dark power to conquer the known world. Despite its challenging difficulty, it remains a beloved gem for retro enthusiasts who appreciate its atmospheric backgrounds and heavy, impact-focused combat.
Gameplay Features & Mechanics
The gameplay of Legend heavily emphasizes tactical positioning, timing, and crowd control, reminiscent of arcade giants like Golden Axe. Players wield heavy broadswords and iron shields, allowing them to not only slash, kick, and perform jumping downward thrusts, but also actively block incoming projectile attacks and enemy swings—a rare and rewarding mechanic in 16-bit beat 'em ups. The combat engine features dynamic string combos, running shield charges, and devastating screen-clearing magic spells fueled by collectible mana potions. Defeating the game's challenging bosses requires memorizing distinct attack patterns and utilizing environmental hazards. Keys collected throughout the grueling levels unlock wooden chests containing health-restoring meat, gold treasures, and extra lives, rewarding players who thoroughly clear each screen of Clovis's lizardmen, skeleton warriors, and rogue sorcerers.
Keyboard Controls
- Arrow Keys / D-Pad: Move
- Action Keys: Attack / Jump
- Enter: Start / Pause
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