Asterix (ver JAD)
Asterix (ver JAD) Overview
This is Asterix (ver JAD), a version of the 1995 platformer Asterix & Obelix originally released by Infogrames on MS-DOS, Windows, SNES, Game Boy, and Game Boy Color. The JAD designation suggests this is a fan-made adaptation or a specific build meant for arcade emulation, though the original game was never an official arcade release. It brings the classic cartoon-inspired side-scroller to a browser-friendly format, preserving the two-player co-op from the home versions.
You control either Asterix or Obelix, each with distinct abilities - Asterix is quicker, Obelix is stronger. The goal is to run, jump, and bash through levels based on the famous comic series, collecting items like magic potion and defeating Roman soldiers and other obstacles. Two players can share the same keyboard, a feature carried over from the original MS-DOS version. It's a straightforward platformer with light puzzle elements and boss fights.
It's a neat way to experience a classic European game without tracking down original hardware. The sprite work and music capture the charm of the comics, and the co-op adds fun. However, it's not a deep or challenging title - more of a casual time-killer for fans of Asterix or 90s platformers. If you enjoyed the console versions, this arcade-emulated iteration will feel familiar.
How to Play Asterix (ver JAD) Online
Getting Started
When the game loads, you will see a title screen. Press Enter to start, then choose between Asterix or Obelix. If playing with a friend, the second player presses a key to join before selecting their character. The game immediately drops you into the first level, a forest area typical of the series.
Your basic controls are straightforward: move with the D-pad (Arrow Keys), jump with X, and attack with S (or run, depending on context). The objective is to reach the end of each stage while defeating enemies and avoiding hazards. Some stages have alternate paths or secrets. Magic potion bottles boost your abilities temporarily. If you die, you lose a life; game over happens when all lives are gone, but you can continue by pressing Start.
Since this version may lack proper arcade credits, treat it like a home console port - there is no coin slot, just standard continues. The menus are in English, so navigation is easy. If stuck, remember that hitting blocks or barrels can reveal items, and you can switch characters mid-game only by restarting.
Asterix (ver JAD) Keyboard Controls
Controls
- Arrow Keys: Joystick / Movement
- X: Button 1
- S: Button 2
- Z: Button 3
- A: Button 4
- Q: Button 5
- E: Button 6
- Enter: Start / 1P
- V: Coin / Insert
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