Hercules (1984 video game)

Hercules is a platform game developed and published by Interdisc for the Commodore 64 in 1984. The game tasks the player with controlling the mythical hero Hercules as he undertakes a series of tasks. Gameplay is characterized by its challenging platforming elements and unforgiving difficulty.

The game presents Hercules with a series of screens, each representing a different trial. These trials involve navigating treacherous environments filled with obstacles such as snakes, birds, moving platforms, and pits. Hercules must collect objects or reach a specific point on the screen to complete each trial and advance.

While graphically simple, Hercules on the Commodore 64 is remembered for its demanding gameplay. Precise timing and careful planning are required to overcome the numerous obstacles. The game features limited continues, adding to the difficulty.