Gauntlet IV (USA, Europe) (En,Ja) (September 1993)
Getting to Know Gauntlet IV (USA, Europe) (En,Ja) (September 1993)
Gauntlet IV is a direct port of the classic Gauntlet arcade game, brought to the SEGA Genesis in September 1993 for North America and Europe. It was one of the earliest titles to support four players on the console, a major selling point at the time. This release includes both English and Japanese language options, reflecting its broader availability.
Players choose from four distinct character classes - the Warrior, Valkyrie, Wizard, and Elf - each with unique stats and abilities. The goal is to fight through endless dungeon rooms filled with monsters, collecting treasure, keys, and potions to survive. The health bar continuously drains, adding urgency, and cooperation is essential to progress through the increasingly difficult levels.
Today Gauntlet IV remains a solid pick for retro gaming sessions, especially with friends. Its faithfulness to the arcade original means no complicated story or RPG bloat - just pure arcade action. For collectors and fans of early Genesis multiplayer, it's a worthwhile title that captures the spirit of the Gauntlet franchise.
How to Play Gauntlet IV (USA, Europe) (En,Ja) (September 1993) Online
Begin by selecting a character on the title screen. Use the arrow keys to choose between Warrior, Valkyrie, Wizard, or Elf, and press X to confirm. Once in the dungeon, your goal is to find the exit in each room by clearing enemies and collecting keys to open locked doors. Health depletes over time, so grab food or potions dropped by enemies. Attack by pressing S (B button) in the direction you face. Up to four players can join using a multitap adapter, making cooperation key to surviving tougher rooms. Pay attention to your health meter and try to keep a steady supply of food and potions. There is no pause in the action, so move quickly and prioritize threats. The core loop is simple: clear room, exit, repeat, with increasing difficulty.
Gauntlet IV (USA, Europe) (En,Ja) (September 1993) Keyboard Controls
Controls
- Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
- X: A button
- S: B button
- Z: C button
- A: X button (6-button pad)
- Q: Y button (6-button pad)
- E: Z button (6-button pad)
- Enter: Start / Mode
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