Overview and Gameplay
Four adventurers enter monster-filled labyrinths where health drains constantly, generators produce fresh enemies, and food buys precious survival time. Gauntlet IV combines a close adaptation of Atari’s arcade Gauntlet with new modes created for the Genesis.
Arcade Mode follows numbered dungeons built around keys, treasure, exits, destructible obstacles, and relentless enemy crowds. Quest Mode expands the formula with four elemental towers, bosses, puzzles, merchants, gold, equipment, passwords, and experience-based character improvements. Battle Mode provides competitive arenas, while Record Mode grades solo performance.
Controls And Mechanics
- Move in eight directions and push into nearby enemies for close combat.
- Fire projectiles, hold position while aiming, and use collected magic potions.
- Arcade and Quest modes support simultaneous cooperative play.
- Battle Mode supports competitive multiplayer, with direct weapon attacks available during arena combat.
Version Notes
The Western release is titled Gauntlet IV, while the Japanese Mega Drive edition is titled Gauntlet. This Western cartridge supports English and Japanese text.
Release And Credits
- Released for Sega Genesis and Mega Drive in 1993.
- Developed by M2 and published by Tengen.
- Based on Atari Games’ 1985 arcade game Gauntlet.
