Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns - A Cinemaware classic as a modernized remaster via Black Tower Basement / Nordcurrent Labs

One game I remember so fondly is Cinemaware's fantastic medieval game ' Defender of the Crown ' from 1986. It was released for multiple systems including the Amiga, DOS, NES, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, C64, Macintosh and the Apple IIGS in 1988 with a CD-i version much later on. A grand game for its time and loved by all, has made an appearance on modern systems with a full remaster for PC through GOG and Steam, or consoles for PS5 and XBOX!

Defender of the Crown - All time classic game by Cinemaware is coming to the Intellivision!

One game I remember so fondly is Cinemaware's fantastic medieval game ' Defender of the Crown ' from 1986. It was released for multiple systems including the Amiga, DOS, NES, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, C64, Macintosh and the Apple IIGS in 1988 with a CD-i version much later on. A grand game for its time and loved by all, is going to make an appearance on another retro system, as we've just learnt Defender of the Crown is coming to the Intellivision through Elektronite!

All Commodore Amiga Games - Over 7 hours of Amiga gaming!

It's a brand new day to a new week so what better way to spend it than sitting in front of the computer and watching over 7 hours of Amiga gaming uploaded by Joshhny Asaski. As a heads up in our inbox, this Youtube video apparently shows all Commodore Amiga games, with nearly every Amiga game shown with inclusive titles. So sit back and watch, as you'll be taken back to a time of greatness, a time of Shadow of the Beast, Defender of the Crown, Another World, Wings, Dizzy, Robin Hood and many more!

Defender of the Crown - ZX Spectrum edition by Cinemaware Retro limited to 250 units!

We've been keeping an eye on the speccy forums this week and after a heads up by our good friends Cinemaware Retro, they have announced the full details of the Defender of the Crown ZX Spectrum version. As many of you know, not long ago we spoke of a rare game by Mirrosoft that according to Cinemaware was never officially released, although some of our members have said otherwise. Yet this week as shown by the image above, Cinemaware Retro have told us the FIXED version is available for order, limited to just 250 units and shipping will begin October 2016.

Never released Defender of the Crown for the ZX Spectrum revealed!

One game I remember so fondly, one that will be in my mind till the day I pass, is Cinemaware's fantastic medieval game ' Defender of the Crown ' from 1986. It was released for multiple systems including the Amiga, DOS, NES, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, C64, Macintosh and the Apple IIGS in 1988 with a CD-i version released later. A grand game with jousting, rescuing damsels in distress, conquest and even catapults again castles that sadly never appeared on the ZX Spectrum as a commercial product by Mirrosoft. But now, thanks to a contact by none other than Cinemaware, they have revealed a full version of Defender of the Crown for the ZX Spectrum which will be released!

Commodore Amiga: a visual Compendium - A very retro Kickstarter! [UPDATE]

Usually the only thing we feature on this site are games and retro hardware. But today we are going to feature a new Kickstater campaign that will be both very special for retro gamers and new gamers, wanting to know more about our golden age of gaming. Welcome to the Commodore Amiga: Visual Compendium; A visually impressive Amiga book which will focus on the visual side of the computer. From in-game pixel art to game maps to box artwork. A book crammed with incredible high resolution detail published by Bitmap Books and the creation by Sam Dyer who did the highly successful Commodore 64: a visual Compendium.

Defender of the Crown - One of Cinemawares greatest games is now on GOG!

After our last week announcement by Cinemaware, we are now delighted to further announce that Defender of the Crown is now available to buy on GOG.com  This is one of many all time classic games that will be on gog from Cinemaware, but it's great to see that the developers have released this incredible Strategy game as the first in the line up of great games. Relive a defining moment in the Amiga's life time, as you play through medieval gameplay of conquering, tournaments, and damsel rescuing that set a high bar in stunning graphical presentation.

Cinemaware - Some of the greatest classics coming to GOG.COM!

We've just been informed by Cinemaware that they have announced a digital distribution agreement with GOG.com, the leading source of DRM-free games. Through this agreement GOG.com will be providing a selection of incredible classics that many of us grew up with; one such game being Defender of the Crown. What's more Cinemaware has mentioned that not only will the DOS version be sold, but also the very first Amiga games will also be sold with the DOS versions through GOG.

Cinemaware Hit Classic - Defender of the Crown now available for Android

Cinemaware recently gave us the heads up that their original hit classic Defender of the Crown would be available for Android, and that day is today! Defender of the Crown was one of the best games ever created and a high achievement of setting a new standard for graphics quality in home computers games in 1986. So you'll know what to expect when it comes to this game which has been given the Android treatment. Siege Castles, win tournaments, free sexy hostages, call on robin hood for his help and save the crown of England in an all time classic game.

Cinemaware Hit Classic - Defender of the Crown announced for Android!

We've just been informed by Cinemware, that their hit classic, Defender of the Crown, is coming soon to Android. And you are in for a treat gamers, as this originally was their first game released for the Amiga in 1986, setting a new standard for graphics quality in home computer games. Later ports appeared on DOS, the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, Macintosh and CDI. Cinemaware are well known for creating amazing games, as such, one company even mentioned them as the definers of the Amiga. You'll be overjoyed to know that this is going to be just like the classic, Siege castles, win tournaments, free pretty girls and save the crown of England. Estimated release May, 2nd 2014.

Defender of the Crown - Classic Hit Strategy/Adventure Game (iOS)

Defender of the Crown, Cinemaware's classic hit strategy/adventure game, ported over from the Amiga(1986) is now available for all iOS systems. This is an all time favorite of mine and Cinemaware's very first game, even though it did have a multitude of ports. Assume the role of a Saxon (Wilfred of Ivanhoe, Cedric of Rotherwood, Geoffrey Longsword or Wolfric the Wild) and claim the country of England as truly yours.