CINEMAWARE is ADULT entertainment, a revolutionary new genre that pulls you emotionally into the story and characters. It's more like being in a movie than playing a computer game. Popcorn not included.

The Age of Chivalry! A time of lusty wenches and black hearted villains. King Richard has been murdered and England thrown into civil war! Amidst the ringing clash of steel and the thunder of charging steeds the bold Saxon knights have chosen you to lead them into battle against the hated Normans. Victory will not come easy. To save England your skills as swordsman and military leader will be severely tested. But should you succeed you'll win the Crown of England and the love of many a beautiful damsel!

*** Heart pounding action as you rescue your lady from a foul Norman prison. * Majestic tournaments where you joust for fame, fortune and land. * Heroic battles featuring castle shattering giant catapults! * A unique blend of role playing and strategy combined with dazzling arcade-style sequences. * Easy-to-use mouse and joystick controls. No typing required!**

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From the back cover

The Timeless Classic Returns!

It is a time of lusty wenches and black-hearted villains. King Richard has been slain and all of England is thrown into civil war. Only one person can lead the country to peace. Lay siege to castles and raid enemy strongholds to recover the lost crown. Enlist the aid of Robin Hood and outwit the vile Normans to restore order to the war-torn land. Face your foes on the battlefield or in grand tournaments of chivalry.

• The award-winning classic enhanced for Game Boy Advance.
• A heart-pounding combination of action and strategy.
• Build your armies and reputation through a stunning variety of arcade sequences.
• Manage territories solidified in battle and protect them from invasion.
• Joust for fame, fortune and land.

Lay siege to enemy castles

Rescue beautiful damsels!

Outwit and outfight villains

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Back of Box - GBA (US)

The Dark Ages marked the beginning of the struggle for dominion of England. Metro 3D gives you the chance to take the throne in Cinemaware's classic strategy game Defender of the Crown.

Long Live the King

The king has passed away without an heir and a new ruler must be chosen to lead England out of a state of turmoil. Players must assume the role as leader of one of five different legions in a bid to rule the kingdom. To prove your worth, you must conquer all of England, one territory at a time.

Micro Medieval Management

Featuring turn-based strategic combat (think Risk), Defender of the Crown allows you to manage nearly every facet of your troops and supplies. Money is allotted based on the number of territories held at the end of each turn. Your funds must be spent wisely on soldiers, weaponry and large-scale assaults.

Be warned, though. The four computer-controlled factions will do anything in their power to assure that you never see the throne.

Jousting, Raiding & Rescuing...Oh, My!

Between turns, armies can engage in jousting tournaments for political and monetary gain. The actual jousting takes place from a first-person perspective with your character at the pommel of a mighty steed. Careful timing and aiming of your jousting lance will mean the difference between sweet victory and agonizing defeat. Even if you fall from your mount, you can still fight in hand-to-hand combat until a winner is decided.

If tournaments aren't for you, try your gauntleted hand at other fun tasks between turns. Nothing passes the time quite like laying siege to a castle or rescuing a fair damsel in distress. Keep in mind that any secondary quests you undertake ultimately affect your leadership abilities and funding.

The Perfect Mix of Brains & Brawn

Defender of the Crown plays like a veritable cornucopia of action sequences and strategic posturing. Both skills are required to prove your worth as ruler of all England. Are you up to the task?

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www.nintendo.com - Game Boy Advance

Defender of the Crown - локализованная фирмой "1С" версия знаменитой стратегической игры.

Defender of the Crown от компаний Blackstar и Cinemaware - римейк культовой Defender of the Crown, игры, которая впервые появилась в 1986 году на Amiga и по праву может называться одним из родоначальников жанра стратегий. Defender of the Crown была выпущена на различных платформах и разошлась по всему миру тиражом более миллиона экземпляров. Этот хит по праву вошел в "зал славы" компьютерных игр на ряду с "Тетрисом" и Packman и теперь обрел второе рождение в новом, современном облике.

Defender of the Crown перенесет вас в эпоху благородных рыцарей и прекрасных леди. Законный король убит, в Англии начинается гражданская война. Отважные саксы выбирают вас своим предводителем. Вам предстоит участвовать в рыцарских турнирах, осаждать замки и совершать набеги на вражеские поселения, чтобы мир и спокойствие вновь воцарились в истощенной войной Англии. Все ваши навыки и умения подвергнутся тщательной проверке, но наградой за суровые испытания может стать королевский престол и любовь самой красивой англичанки!

На диске с игрой помимо современной версии также будет находиться оригинальная версия образца 1986-88 годов для Amiga, Amstrad, Commodore 64, IIGS и PC.

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games.1c.ru (Publisher's website)

[S]lash past black hearted knights and rescue beautiful maidens in "Defender of the Crown," an unbelievable movie-like adventure with tons of strategy, swordfights and nearly 30 animated screens (coming in November).

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Comic book ad (NES version)

The Age of Chivalry! A time of lusty wenches and black hearted villains. King Richard has been murdered and England is thrown into civil war! Amidst the ringing clash of steel and the thunder of charging steeds the bold Saxon knights have chosen you to lead them into battle against the hated Normans. Victory will not come easy. To save England your skills as swordsman and military leader will be severely tested. But should you succeed you'll win the Crown of England and the love of many a beautiful damsel! Brought to you by Cinemaware®

• 100% accurate emulation allows you to play the classic Defender of the Crown in all its original glory!

• Heart pounding action as you enter joust tournaments, swordfight to save the damsel in distress, or siege Norman castles.

• A unique blend of role playing and strategy combined with dazzling arcade style sequences.

• Features a customized mobile control interface and the original game manual.

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Google Play description

Defender of the Crown™

To survive this Knightmare, your mind better be as sharp as your sword!

Strategy is vital in this chivalrous charade, and smarts will protect your hide better than armor as you command the role of a brave Saxon knight destined to avenge King Richard's murder.

To reclaim the crown and conquer the heart of a beautiful maiden, you must outwit and outmaneuver hords of medieval marauders and Norman no-goods.

Read maps, plan raids, even team with Robin Hood, then plunder enemy strongholds. dueling for gold needed to build an army of mercenary vassals. You'll also need to stash cash for catapults that launch boulders, fire and disease into formidable fortresses.

So wise up and rise up to this unique challenge, where leadership is as important as swordsmanship. For when you've survived this strategic adventure, complete with daring jousts and courageous castle sieges, you won't be sorry—you'll be king!

For 1 player.

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Back of Box (Ultra Software) - NES (US)

A CINEMAWARE INTERACTIVE MOVIE

DEFENDER OF THE CROWN

CINEMAWARE is ADULT Entertainment, a revolutionary new genre that pulls you emotionally into the story and characters. It's more like being in a movie than playing a computer game. Popcorn not included.

IT IS A TIME OF LEGENDS. A time for heroes. A time of bitter strife, when great men rise above their peers to perform great deeds. A chapter of history is in the making. Your liege the king is dead, the throne vacant. Britain enters a season of destruction, a winter of killing that can end only when the last brave Saxon knight lies dead or the castles of the Normans lie in heaps of rubble, emptied of the foul oppressors that have enslaved your people. It is a time when foreign invaders shall learn truths administered by the shining blades of Saxon swords. It is a time when heroes are made, and legends are born.

☑ Experience for the first time the legendary Cinemaware hit on Jaguar

☑ With digitized orchestral Soundtrack

☑ Playable with Jaguar Controller or Mouse (with Adapter)

☑ Limited to 300 Units

☑ Poster

☑ Sticker

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Back of Box - Jaguar (Worldwide)

Defender of the Crown

It is the Age of Chivalry. A time of maidens in distress and black-hearted villains. King Richard has been murdered and all of England is engaged in civil war. Amidst the growing chaos, the Saxon Lords have rallied around your banner and chosen you to lead them in the fight against the hated Normans. Victory will not come easily. Your skills with sword and lance will be thoroughly tested. Your ability to inspire your men in the dark times ahead could be the difference between victory and defeat. Heartpounding action, majestic tournaments, heroic battles and beautiful maidens await those bold enough to venture forth as Defender of the Crown.

AGES 8 TO ADULT

PRODUCED BY PHILIPS INTERACTIVE MEDIA OF AMERICA

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Back of Jewel Case - CD-i (NL-UK)

DEFENDER OF THE CROWN — From Mirrorsoft

It is a time of legends. A time for heroes. A time of bitter strife, when great men rise above their peers to perform great deeds. A chapter of history is in the making. A time of lusty wenches and black hearted villains.

King Richard has been murdered and England thrown into civil war! Amidst the ringing clash of steel and the thunder of charging steeds the bold Saxon knights have chosen you to lead them into battle against the hated Normans. Victory will not come easy. To save England your skills as swordsman and military leader will be severely tested. But should you succeed you'll win the Crown of England and love of many a beautiful damsel!

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Back of Box (Triad Volume 1) - Atari ST (UK)