Aztec

In Aztec, the hero must recover a valuable Jade Idol from a dangerous maze using a pistol and a limited supply of dynamite. Exploration involves searching boxes and trash piles for useful items such as a machete, ammunition, health potions, and additional explosives.

The maze is filled with snakes, panthers, natives, unusual traps, and rooms where walls or ceilings close in. Eight skill levels adjust the challenge, with creatures becoming more numerous and faster at higher difficulties. The Idol's value declines as the game progresses, rewarding a swift recovery.

After dying, players can restart using the maze where they were defeated, preserving the progress of their exploration.

Game Details

• Release date: December 31, 1981
• Platforms: Apple II, Atari 8-bit, Commodore C64/128/MAX, FM-7, PC-8800 Series, Sharp X1
• Genres: Action, Adventure, Platform, Puzzle, Shooter
• Developer and publisher: Datamost, Inc.