Quote Originally Posted by ConsoleAddict View Post
There are some games that never get boring after nearly 30 years and Dragonfire is a great example.
Dragonfire is an AWESOME game! I have discussed this very thing with people before. There are a lot of games for the 2600 that for whatever reason just don't keep my attention anymore. Tunnel Runner used to be one of my favorite games. Its a great showcase for what the 2600 could do, although I think it used an extra chip. Regardless, I could play it for hours, but anymore It can only hold my attention for a few levels.

Dragonfire however, is one of the few 2600 games that I can still play for long periods of time. Venture is also one of those games. I never really thought about it before, but the basics of the games are VERY similar. The goal and objectives are clear and they get right into the action.

They both consist of two distinct screens with different play styles. Dragonfire has the draw bridge where you have to jump and duck (platform style) and then the treasure room where you have to collect the treasure and dodge the dragon and his fire (free-form movement, Gauntlet style).

Venture is very similar. It has the overview of the level which you navigate the corridors and avoid the hall monsters (pacman style). Then once you enter the rooms you have to shoot the monsters an collect the treasure (Gauntlet style).

I love em' both. They were great games then and still great game today.