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Norseman - Defend the Golden Viking Helmet in this Classic Odyssey 2 Game | Philips Videopac 56

Step into the shoes of a Viking warrior in Norseman for the Magnavox Odyssey 2. Protect the Golden Viking Helmet from waves of enemies in this challenging Philips Videopac 56 classic game with multiple variations and increasing difficulty.


Philips Videopac 56 Norseman

General Information

Developer - Philips Export / Magnavox/GST Video

Publisher - Philips Export / Magnavox

Release - January 1, 1983

Platform - Magnavox Odyssey 2

Genre - Action, Adventure

Number of players - 1P / 2P ( Alternate)


Philips Videopac 56 Norseman

Norseman, a classic game from Philips Videopac 56 for the Magnavox Odyssey 2

Puts you in control of a Viking warrior with a single mission: defend the legendary Golden Viking Helmet at all costs. Set in a courtyard divided into hexagons, Norseman challenges players with strategic gameplay and fast-paced action.

As you face wave after wave of enemies, including giants, octopuses, dragons, skeletons, and bats, each one moves downward from the top of the screen toward your helmet. Your Viking can move in all six directions, maneuvering through the battlefield to intercept enemies before they reach their goal.

Tactical positioning is crucial, as you must enter the hexagon containing an enemy to defeat it before it attacks you. Eliminated enemies leave behind their corpses, which act as obstacles, adding a layer of strategy by trapping or restricting enemy movement. This feature can also backfire, potentially trapping you if you're not careful. Every wave increases in difficulty, pushing your strategic thinking and reflexes to their limits.

Norseman offers 10 game variations, each with unique challenges. These range from protecting multiple helmets to facing flashing red monsters that can only be attacked under specific conditions. In the advanced levels, enemies approach from all directions, including the sides and bottom, making defense even more complex.

As you progress through these variations, the game continually resets with increased difficulty, keeping you on your toes and testing your endurance and skill. Whether you are a retro gaming enthusiast or a newcomer looking for a challenge, Norseman on the Magnavox Odyssey 2 delivers a captivating and nostalgic gaming experience.

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