Great game. Very much like Willow Pattern, or Treasure Island on the Commodore Plus/4. Only much MUCH larger. A huge 256 screens of labyrinth exploration.
But part of the problem with that is that there's no save states. The immense size of this game seriously needs it, as even if you know your way around, it will take an age to beat it.
This is best played using save states via other means. For me I use a Steam Deck via Emulation Station. In fact I find that it's the perfect way to play it.
I've now beaten the entire game on 100% kills and 100% treasure completion. The final boss is where it REALLY gets hard. Once you've collected the final piece, the mad monk chases you around the whole labyrinth. One touch and you lose a life.
You now need to find your way back to a marked location in the middle of the map to find the final sword and kill him complete the game, with him hot on your trail.
But without a good memory or a map you will completely lose your way in what is a huge confusing maze. You do get some time to relax and work out your route whilst he's hot on your trail if you can trap him by being completely parallel to him on different paths, as he will stop following. Just as well he's a little stupid.
What would help immensely is for someone to release an actual screenshot map. Ok sure we have the in-game map via the space-bar which is partially useful, but it doesn't highlight all the actual paths and dead ends.
All it shows is whether it has any N, S, E or W side exits on that screen, but without telling you how many or if any of them are accessible from your location.
For instance there may be more than one path which doesn't connect with each other on that screen but the map doesn't show you, and there may be more than one exit on any particular side, such as two or even three north side exits.
But the map will only let you know that there is at least one exit there, and maybe not all exits are accessible from your screen location.
Fortunately there is a longplay YouTube video here in the below comments, so at least you should be able to use that to find my way to the end like I did.
Anyway, one nice feature is the flashing sword. You are able to collect swords through the game that you can only use once, either by stealing one off a soldier or one you may find laying around. But the flashing swords you find are infinite, so you can keep going back to pick up. You will never get stuck.
Despite everything, this is an enjoyable game. It's actually really easy to get into, especially if you are able to create save states then it becomes quite addictive. One that you can casually play at your own leisure into the wee small hours.
It's just the lack of a map that will really get you wincing out in frustration. Fortunately there is no time limit so this is one where you can take your sweet time on. The game could maybe do with a few more lives also. Another reason why I use save states via emulation.
Anyway for the digital price it's well worth it. I'd say it's worth the cassette price also if you're a fan of this particular genre as it's well presented.
Despite its immense map size with no save states and the lack of a more useful map which makes this one tough cookie to complete, this is still one of my favourite Psytronik releases due to its gameplay simplicity, asides its difficulty. I say grab it now.
This is a great but devious game with pathways winding backwards and forwards through a massive labyrinth needing a lot of time and patience... if you have less patience but still some time - use the poke below... still very enjoyable with Infinate Lives
Hey there, if you like. I am happy to do a live stream playing this game to advertise it to a fairly big audience on my channel. If so, my email address can be found on my channel.
Attention I saw your game "Avalan" in Wallapop with a seller profile "Antonio C.", guy is also selling one of my games "Goldrake Vs Vega" C64 and I am Pinov Vox of Voxvideogame&Co Voxvideogame.itch.io. I reported the listing in Wallapop and also in eBay of my game, I hope you do something because this guy sells without authorization. Greetings Pinov Vox
Yes, I don't think it's fair that we build new games and he sells them with all the comfort making it seem like he's selling them with real media too. He's violating copyright.
Excellent action adventure game. I added it to my new "Gameplay of New C64 Games from February 2025" video along with other recently released games. Hope you like the video.
Very nice game with great game idea and beautiful graphics. Our German-language review can be found in our recorded livestream starting at 00:16:09. English subtitles are also available. Subscription to our YouTube and Twitch channel is welcome. 🙂
Here is our full Review: This is a very nice Action Adventure with great game idea and beautiful graphics. The game idea of being able to collect the enemy's weapon and then use it against him or other enemies is something we have never seen on the C64 before. The graphics are beautiful and have been designed with great attention to detail. The music is also very atmospheric. Unfortunately, there is a lack of variety, as the enemies are always the same and behave very stupidly, as they never move from the spot. There could have been a few more in the form of dragons or other enemies. This makes the game seem a bit monotonous in the long run. Nevertheless, we would definitely recommend buying it due to the unusual game principle. 👍
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Great game. Very much like Willow Pattern, or Treasure Island on the Commodore Plus/4. Only much MUCH larger. A huge 256 screens of labyrinth exploration.
But part of the problem with that is that there's no save states. The immense size of this game seriously needs it, as even if you know your way around, it will take an age to beat it.
This is best played using save states via other means. For me I use a Steam Deck via Emulation Station. In fact I find that it's the perfect way to play it.
I've now beaten the entire game on 100% kills and 100% treasure completion. The final boss is where it REALLY gets hard. Once you've collected the final piece, the mad monk chases you around the whole labyrinth. One touch and you lose a life.
You now need to find your way back to a marked location in the middle of the map to find the final sword and kill him complete the game, with him hot on your trail.
But without a good memory or a map you will completely lose your way in what is a huge confusing maze. You do get some time to relax and work out your route whilst he's hot on your trail if you can trap him by being completely parallel to him on different paths, as he will stop following. Just as well he's a little stupid.
What would help immensely is for someone to release an actual screenshot map. Ok sure we have the in-game map via the space-bar which is partially useful, but it doesn't highlight all the actual paths and dead ends.
All it shows is whether it has any N, S, E or W side exits on that screen, but without telling you how many or if any of them are accessible from your location.
For instance there may be more than one path which doesn't connect with each other on that screen but the map doesn't show you, and there may be more than one exit on any particular side, such as two or even three north side exits.
But the map will only let you know that there is at least one exit there, and maybe not all exits are accessible from your screen location.
Fortunately there is a longplay YouTube video here in the below comments, so at least you should be able to use that to find my way to the end like I did.
Anyway, one nice feature is the flashing sword. You are able to collect swords through the game that you can only use once, either by stealing one off a soldier or one you may find laying around. But the flashing swords you find are infinite, so you can keep going back to pick up. You will never get stuck.
Despite everything, this is an enjoyable game. It's actually really easy to get into, especially if you are able to create save states then it becomes quite addictive. One that you can casually play at your own leisure into the wee small hours.
It's just the lack of a map that will really get you wincing out in frustration. Fortunately there is no time limit so this is one where you can take your sweet time on. The game could maybe do with a few more lives also. Another reason why I use save states via emulation.
Anyway for the digital price it's well worth it. I'd say it's worth the cassette price also if you're a fan of this particular genre as it's well presented.
Despite its immense map size with no save states and the lack of a more useful map which makes this one tough cookie to complete, this is still one of my favourite Psytronik releases due to its gameplay simplicity, asides its difficulty. I say grab it now.
This is a great but devious game with pathways winding backwards and forwards through a massive labyrinth needing a lot of time and patience... if you have less patience but still some time - use the poke below... still very enjoyable with Infinate Lives
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Hey, I hope you don't mind, but I placed your awesome game into the best C64 homebrew games of 2025.
Hey there, if you like. I am happy to do a live stream playing this game to advertise it to a fairly big audience on my channel. If so, my email address can be found on my channel.
https://youtube.com/@justjamie1983?si=Gfn_gOq9UPHRO3e7
Great game !
Attention I saw your game "Avalan" in Wallapop with a seller profile "Antonio C.", guy is also selling one of my games "Goldrake Vs Vega" C64 and I am Pinov Vox of Voxvideogame&Co Voxvideogame.itch.io. I reported the listing in Wallapop and also in eBay of my game, I hope you do something because this guy sells without authorization. Greetings Pinov Vox
The guy profile 🚫
https://it.wallapop.com/user/antonioc-430121770
https://it.wallapop.com/item/avalan-commodore-64-c64-1105143126
I have contacted the seller regarding the games he is selling without permission. Thanks for letting me know.
Yes, I don't think it's fair that we build new games and he sells them with all the comfort making it seem like he's selling them with real media too. He's violating copyright.
Greetings
Pinov Vox
Voxvideogame&Co
Amazing game, happy to add to my collection. Congrats!
Excellent action adventure game. I added it to my new "Gameplay of New C64 Games from February 2025" video along with other recently released games. Hope you like the video.
I know the game concept of Willow Pattern, and this is a great modern C64 version. Longplay linked.
Very nice game with great game idea and beautiful graphics. Our German-language review can be found in our recorded livestream starting at 00:16:09. English subtitles are also available. Subscription to our YouTube and Twitch channel is welcome. 🙂
Here is our full Review: This is a very nice Action Adventure with great game idea and beautiful graphics. The game idea of being able to collect the enemy's weapon and then use it against him or other enemies is something we have never seen on the C64 before. The graphics are beautiful and have been designed with great attention to detail. The music is also very atmospheric. Unfortunately, there is a lack of variety, as the enemies are always the same and behave very stupidly, as they never move from the spot. There could have been a few more in the form of dragons or other enemies. This makes the game seem a bit monotonous in the long run. Nevertheless, we would definitely recommend buying it due to the unusual game principle. 👍
Was ein tolles Action Adventure!
Schön bunt und mit toller Musik untermalt. Meine absolute Empfehlung!
Auf meinem YouTube Kanal habe ich es im Rahmen der C64 Spielzeit vorgestellt. Schaut doch mal vorbei:
Reminds me of Willow Pattern ...Nicely done
Awesome game!
Thanks for creating this nice game.
Good work, me likes :D
Really nice game.
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Thank you for this, here is my tribute !
A like and subscribe would be most welcome if any viewer enjoys the video !