Game Intro

Game Intro - Flashback - Classic Commodore Amiga Game

2011-04-05T00:37:00.000-07:00

Flashback Amiga Intro
Ahh good old Flashback on the Commodore Amiga.

Now this game really broke the mould with it's superb animation, immsersive atmosphere and superb in-game music.

The intro to this game really set the scene with airborne chases, plenty of shooting and an eventual crash into the alien jungle.

The intro led into the games first level seamlessly, and once you saw that animation and those lush backgrounds, you were hooked...

Flashback - a true classic Amiga Game:

Classic Games and Amiga Games

Game Intro - Heimdall - Classic Commodore Amiga Game

2011-02-14T05:20:00.000-08:00

Heimdall Amiga Intro
This classic game was released for the Commodore Amiga in 1991 by Core Design.

The game was a nice mix of strategy and adventure and was a deserved huge hit.

The game featured a superb intro that really got you in the mood for some Viking style fighting.

With it's excellent music, storytelling and cartoon style graphics you just knew you were onto a winner. A great intro to a great game:

Classic Games

Game Intro - Wolfchild - Classic Commodore Amiga Game

2011-01-03T05:05:00.001-08:00

Ahh now this was a lesser known game from Core Design.

It was never a huge hit and to be honest was a pretty average platform / arcade game.

Still, it had a pretty nice intro sequence that set the scene for the rest of the game. In fact, the intro did remind me of those japanese cartoons that were popular at the time such as Battle of the Planets.

It had a nice howling sample too to round of the introduction - and it does sound like it was taken from the horror classic 'An American Werewolf in London'.

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Game Intro - Liberator - Classic ZX Spectrum Game

2010-11-24T05:29:00.001-08:00

Hmmm,
Strange one this.

Remember when computers always generated text on a screen one character at a time? It somehow seemed more 'space age' that way and this intro uses it to the max!

The game itself was forgettable but the intro was just a little bit cool as the little spaceship set the scene letter by letter.

The Star Wars ditty is priceless too!

Game Intro - Back To The Future 2 - Classic ZX Spectrum Game

2010-10-29T00:20:00.000-07:00

Back To The Future II Intro
Everyone's favourite time travellers Marty McFly and Doc Emmet Brown found there way onto the ZX Spectrum in the game of the film in 1990.

Image Works actually created a decent game of the film and managed to squeeze in some nice arcade action. The introduction to the game was quite nicely done, with the flying Delorean coming towards you before the famous logo slotted into place.

On the ZX Spectrum 128 we were treated to a decent enough rendition (thanks to the AY chip) of the famous theme music whilst the credits scrolled by...

Game Intro - Z - Classic PC Game

2010-09-30T02:00:00.001-07:00

Z Game Intro
Ahh Z by the legendary Bitmap Brothers.

This game always sort of reminded me of a game you would play on the Commodore Amiga. It certainly had that feel to it.

Anyway, Z was a great RTS game that gave Command and Conquer a run for it's money.

With it's funny (at the time) opening sequence, rapid gameplay and interesting units to build, Z must now go down as a PC classic.

The intro really taps into the mid 1990's 'surfer dude' which had been inspired by the likes of Bill and Ted.

It'll probably still make you chuckle.

Game Intro - Descent 2 - Classic PC Game

2010-09-03T08:17:00.001-07:00

Descent 2 Intro
Descent 2 was the follow up to the ultra succesful 3D arcade game Descent.

It was developed by Parallax Software and released in 1996 by Interplay to a hugely positive reception.

Aside from the game being very, very good (apart from that 'Bandit' bot), it had an intro sequence that was quite mindblowing at the time.

In fact, the intro still looks pretty good today. So here it is:

This was a fantastic 360 degree arcade gaming experience (especially with a good graphics card) that improved on the already excellent first game.

Descent 2 was a fantastic gaming experience and the intro set the scene nicely...

Game Intro - Full Contact - Classic Commodore Amiga Game

2010-06-23T04:54:00.001-07:00

Full Contact Intro
Now this one brings back memories!

Full Contact was an arcade game of the beat em up variety, released for the Commodore Amiga by Team 17 way back in 1991.

As the game loaded up we wer treated to a nice background tale before the programming credits spun into view. Things hotted up as we were given to a nice 'rolldown' of the famous Team 17 logo.

Then your jaw really did drop as you were treated to the fantastic opening music, a sun washed backdrop and a silhouette of a martial artist going through his paces.

I think the martial artist image was actually taken from the movie Kickboxer too - which makes it even cooler still. Make no mistake about it - this game intro was total class and got you right in the mood for some fighting arcade action.

Incidentally this is one of the few games that would not run on an Amiga 500+ (due to the problems with different versions of Kickstart)

Amiga Games and Arcade Games

Game Intro - Epic - Classic Commodore Amiga Game

2010-06-02T08:05:00.001-07:00

Ahhh Epic. The computer game we waited an eternity for.

Eventually, around 2 light-years later it arrived for our Commodore Amiga, but was it worth the 'epic' wait?

To be honest no - Epic Amiga was still bugged, broken, and needed more testing.

It was a great concept for a game - mixing the best of arcade action with the vastness of space. To be fair some of the graphics were very impressive for the era and the opening scene really did get you into the mood for the newest space opera.

It's just a shame that the game didn't quite live up to the hype and expectation.

Still, the intro (and some of the in-game cutscenes) was very nicely done...

Classic Games, Amiga Games and Arcade Games

Game Intro - Brian Bloodaxe - Classic ZX Spectrum Game

2010-05-19T06:36:00.000-07:00

Ahh Brian Bloodaxe from The Edge

Released on the ZX Spectrum in 1985 this classic game was a good mix of platform and arcade action topped off with a large dollop of surreal humour.

Not only was the in-game music the same as Monty Python's Flying Circus - the feel of the game also took inspiration from that very show.

Come on, who fell for the intro the first time they ever loaded it up?....

Classic Games and Arcade Games

Game Intro - Syndicate - Classic Amiga Game

2010-04-09T08:48:00.001-07:00

Syndicate Amiga Intro

Syndicate was a brilliant arcade strategy game for the Commodore Amiga. Released waaay back in 1993 by Bullfrog, this game really broke the mould when it came to world domination type games.

Set in a fairly dystopian future this classic game oozed atmosphere and oppression.

The intro to the game was superb. The cool moody synth music kicked in as you watched a hapless citizen being apprehended by goons from a nameless corporation.

The poor soul was taken back to HQ - before being surgically enhanced and becoming an 'agent' of the organization.

The end to the intro was synchonized perfectly with the accompanying soundtrack.

A brilliant intro to a brilliant and classic Amiga game.

Classic Games, Arcade Games and Amiga Games

Game Intro - First Samurai - Classic Commodore Amiga Game

2010-04-05T06:23:00.000-07:00

First Samurai Game Intro
Ahh now this is one of my all time favourite games on the Commodore Amiga.

Cecco's arcade game was not only an excellent action platformer, it featured superb music, sound effects and of course, a brilliant game intro.

As the shadows behind the screen bowed to each other before being revealed as the student and master whilst the pumping game soundtrack kicked in, you just knew that quality was on the cards.

As the story unfolded, nicely drawn and detailled images of a battle to the death between the samurai master and evil wizard were displayed to you in a postcard style.

These images dissolved in and out of view as the story unfolded... which was a classic arcade game back story.

As the tale reached it's conclusion you knew the story, setting and aim of the game.

All in all, First Samurai was a brilliant arcade game that was blessed with a fantastic opening sequence.

Arcade Games, Classic Games and Amiga Games

Game Intro - Battlezone - Classic PC Game (Activision Atari)

2010-03-31T07:48:00.000-07:00

Battlezone PC
One of the best games for your PC during the 1990's.

Activision took Atari's classic arcade game from 1980 and updated it in spectacular fashion in 1998.

The original Battlezone was a landmark in vector graphics gaming and Activision created a fine blend of arcade action and strategy that stands as a landmark in PC gaming.

The opening sequence was of very high quality and really set the scene for how the game would be played.

As you skimmed along the surface of the moon and took out the bad guys you just knew you were in for a real gaming treat.

As the sneak attack on your lunar base unfolded - you just could not wait to get into the action.

Battlezone is fondly remembered by PC Gamers, and the intro to this game really got you in the 'zone'. Ahem.

Classic Games, Arcade Games and PC Games

Game Intro - Cannon Fodder - Commodore Amiga classic game

2010-03-29T01:02:00.001-07:00

Cannon Fodder Intro

Sensible Software's game was a landmark in Amiga gaming.

With a fine blend of arcade action, strategy and a huge dollop of humour, this game was a firm favourite with Amiga gamers.

As the funky and almost reggae beat kicked in, and the opening song started playing, you just knew you were in for a gaming treat.

As the song played images of the games developers (dressed in varying combat gear) faded in and out of the screen. Many of the in-game soldiers were named after members of Sensible Software too.

This classic game from the Amiga days generated some controversy as some felt that the theme song was in bad taste. Not us gamers though, most of us lapped it up and played it for hours on end.

A classic game intro from a classic game. Nice one Sensible.

Classic Games, Arcade Games and Amiga Games

Game Intro - Terrordaktil 4D - classic ZX Spectrum Game

2010-03-26T03:38:00.000-07:00

Terror-Daktil 4D Intro
Now this really is a classic arcade game from the very early days of gaming on the ZX Spectrum.

Back in the dim and distant past of 1983 anything resembling 3D on any retro computer was visually amazing. So when you had a game that was 4D (how on earth this classic game is 4D is beyond me!) - well you just had to see what all the fuss was about.

Anyway, Melbourne House prepared us for the 4th dimension with a game intro that was, at the time, really quite something.

As you settled into your seat on a touring aircraft the captain welcomed you aboard - all seemed normal on your 'tourist' flight.

But, in true Doug McLure fashion things would soon go wrong, the tension mounting as the aircraft runs into trouble. The intro to this arcade game showed you just how you ended up in the land of strange creatures, terrible dangers and of course, dinosaurs.

Our hero winds up stranded in the arcade game that time forgot...

The game itself was a pretty standard 'shoot the baddies' deal - and once you got over the amazing (ahem) 3D visuals repetition set in.

Still, it stands up well against other games from the same year, and must be regarded as a true cult classic game on the Speccy.

The opening sequence was pretty amazing. Classic gaming!

Classic Games, Game Intros and Arcade Games

Game Intro - Trantor: The last stormtrooper - classic ZX Spectrum Game

2010-03-25T01:47:00.000-07:00

Trantor Game Intro
Ahh now this opening to an arcade game on the good old Speccy really was something back in 1987.

Trantor: The last stormtrooper had a bold and serious title - with a game intro to match.

Poor Trantor would end up stranded on a hostile alien world, and the opening sequence to this classic game told the story of how it happened.

Watching the huge (and detailled) ship sprite as it descended the rocky cavern before coming to rest on a landing pad (with nice hydraulic landing legs on the ship) really pushed the hardware of the ZX Spectrum a lot.

The fact the the ship descended smoothly with no flicker was a great graphical achievement and a credit to the guys at Probe software.

You almost felt sorry for our 'last stormtrooper' as his ship disintegrated and he was left alone to fend for himself. Mind you the excellent techno music that kicked in at the end of the sequence got you ready for some classic arcade action.

Left alone in an alien arcade game...

The game itself was actually a pretty standard run 'n gun affair - and to be honest there were plenty of better ZX Spectrum games you could play. Trantor was a very polished title that just lacked that something special.

Still, as game intro's go - this was one of the most impressive on any 8-bit platform...

Arcade Games, Classic Games and Retro Games

Game Intro - Blood Money - Classic Amiga Game

2010-03-24T05:47:00.000-07:00

Blood Money Intro

Our first game intro!

Blood Money was a DMA design game (of the arcade genre) released by Psygnosis for the Commodore Amiga in 1989.

The intro to the game was nothing short of miraculous. With the serious deep voice announcing that "First there was Menace...." it grabbed your attention straight away.

Moving onto the pumping house soundtrack and 3D asteroid field this game intro truly was a sight to behold.

As you moved out of the field and towards the planets you were already excited, your trigger finger ready for some all out arcade game action.

This game intro really was something special back in 1989 - and was something that was talked about in Amiga gaming circles. If I remember rightly the intro itself took up a full disc - with the game being loaded in on disc 2!

It's a pity that the game itself was decidedly average - it did not quite match up to the expectations set by the intro.

Still, this one goes down as a classic game intro. Have a look and see if you can find the blooood moneeeeyy.

Classic Games, Amiga Games and Arcade Games

Game Intro - Welcome

2010-03-24T01:29:00.000-07:00

Game Intro - Welcome
Hello and welcome to Game Intro.

As you may have guessed from the title this will be all about classic game intro's.

A great intro could really set the scene, tone and atmosphere of a game, and push a good game into being great one.

If like us you loved the back story (and superb music!) to First Samurai, the premise of Speedball II, just how Trantor got stranded, and how those Aliens did Breed then please read on.

Of course - sometimes you wished the programmers had spent as much time on the game itself (Bart V The Space Mutants anyone?) as they had on the intro, but there are some of those opening scenes that stick with you forever...

Classic Games and Arcade Games