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Arena of Octos

Arena of Octos

Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)

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1981

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TRS-80 Color Computer, Apple II, TRS-80

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SoftSide Publications

Game Modes

Single player

Release Date

Jun 1, 1981

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Information

Consoles

TRS-80 Color Computer, Apple II, TRS-80

Developer

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Publisher

SoftSide Publications

Game Modes

Single player

Release Date

Jun 1, 1981

Synopsis:

Arena of Octos is a single-player, turn-based combat video game for the Apple II and TRS-80 computer families. It was created by Steve Kropinak and Al Johnson in 1981 and published by SoftSide magazine. The player assumes the role of a human space pilot, captured by an aggressive race of green-skinned aliens known as Octons after straying into their space. To win freedom, the human must become a gladiator and engage in physical combat with numerous Octon warriors.

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