C64 Longplay - Barbarian

As a classic fighting game first released in 1987, Death Sword centers on one-on-one sword combat where players utilize high, middle, and low attacks alongside blocking mechanics. The core loop involves mastering timing to defeat opponents. It features a two-player versus mode and a single-player quest where you fight eight rival barbarians to rescue a princess from the evil wizard Drax. This title is notable for its deliberate, positional melee focus across its wide array of early computer platforms.