Developed by 8bits Fanatics
Released for XBLIG (1/2011)
Here's the original product description for this game you would have seen if you were browsing the XBLIG marketplace back when it was around: "Aban Hawkins & the 1000 SPIKES" is an 8-bit retro style Hardest Extremest Craziest Platform Action Puzzle Adventure. Simple & intuitive rules. Elaborate level design. Various fierce traps, traps, traps! Return to the Golden Years of Video Game. No one can BEAT this game...except YOU!! *ver1.03(3-3BUG FIX)
Aban Hawkins & the 1000 Spikes is a retro 2D platformer that presents the player with a brutal challenge. The game will kill you almost every step of the way if you're not aware of what lies ahead. It goes without saying Aban will test your memory and patience as well as your reflexes. The player is granted a thousand lives to begin with, which is a good indication for the danger that lies ahead! The presentation is absolutely top-notch as well, featuring some of the most convincing 8-bit style graphics, sound & music I've come across on XBLIG. It almost feels like I should be blowing on a cartridge before booting this one up! Aban Hawkins is a must-play for retro platformer fanatics, and if you're one who fancies a good challenge then the 1000 Spikes will definitely deliver! The challenge level is so high on this game I've only ever managed to make it a few screens in, hence the brief review. If I ever get around to dedicating the time required to venture further into the game perhaps I'll revisit this review.
In 2014, publisher Nicalis would dust the game off and re-release it as 1001 Spikes for the PS4, Vita, 3DS, Xbox One, Switch, Linux, Mac, PC and even the Wii U. This is a sequel of sorts, hence the change of the title, and would introduce some new features including co-op gameplay.
Final Verdict: One of the toughest games on XBLIG, Aban Hawkins & the 1000 Spikes presents a ruthless challenge wrapped up in a very appealing 8-bit package. A must for challenge junkies and retro platformer fans!
Related Links:
Aban Hawkins & the 1000 Spikes - GameFAQs
8bits Fanatics - Official Site
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