Anticipation grows for “Tony: Born for Adventure” | Video

January 10, 2024 • Updated: Mar 08, 2025 - 01:30 AM

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With its stunning high-resolution graphics, “Tony: Born for Adventure” is an adventure platformer that is generating great expectations in the 8-bit computer gaming community.

First announced in September 2022, this title is in development for Atari XL/XE, Commodore C64, ZX Spectrum and Amiga. The project is led by brothers Krzysztof "xxl" and Rafal Dudek (graphics), together with Rafal "Mgr inz. Rafal" Chabowski (code) and Michal "Caruso" Brzezicki (music).

The inspiration behind “Tony” comes from the fascinating life of Tony Halik (1921-1998), born in Torun, Poland. He was a fighter pilot in the British RAF during World War II and joined the French Resistance after being shot down. His brave actions earned him the esteemed French Croix de Guerre medal. After the war, Halik embarked on a three-decade career as an NBC correspondent, creating over four hundred documentaries, writing thirteen books and contributing numerous newspaper articles.

Players will embark on a journey through five unique levels: the Jungle, the Swamp, Montezuma Castle, the Catacombs, and the Aztec Pyramid. Each level offers a variety of sprites tailored to its environment, ensuring a rich and varied visual experience.

One of the highlights of “Tony” is its stunning graphics. This new high-resolution game features simply spectacular visuals. The attention to detail is evident in every scene, immersing players in a captivating world.

“Tony: Born for Adventure” promises an immersive visual experience. In the Atari XL version, players will have the option to customize colors during gameplay, which adds an extra dimension to the visual and audio experience.

When the full game is available for sale, fans will be able to purchase very special souvenirs: key chains made of black oak wood. These wooden blocks, which have been resting in the swamp for many years, will be included in the first batch of the game. Each of these key chains is handmade and completely unique in its design.

More than just a platformer, Tony is a tribute to a historical figure whose life was filled with adventure and discovery. With its release on multiple retro platforms, it promises to be a memorable experience for Atari 8-bit enthusiasts and beyond.