Age of Fighters – A Retro Combat Revival

Age of Fighters is a one-on-one fighting and exploration game that blends the spirit of Barbarian and Fist II into a fresh indie experience. Currently in development using GameMaker, the game features visuals and sound crafted with C64-ready tools, aiming to deliver a nostalgic yet modern gameplay experience. A full Commodore 64 port is planned for the future.

Gameplay & Features

• Classic side-view combat with movement, weapon throwing, and target practice.
• Retro-inspired controls:
  • WASD for movement
  • I key to throw an axe
  • Keyboard controls will be refined in future builds.
• Playable PC demo versions:
  • V001: Basic movement and foreground test
  • V002: Movement + axe throwing
  • V003: Two target boards added for testing

All demos are currently available for download and are part of an ongoing development process.

Development Funding

• Current funding progress: $26 / $500
• All donations go toward development, content expansion, and visual polish.
• Supporters help shape the future of the game and may receive exclusive content.

Physical Release Plans

A Kickstarter campaign is under consideration for producing physical editions, including packaging and shipping. The developer may also collaborate with known C64 distributors to bring the game to the retro gaming community.

Visuals & Sound

• Pixel art and sound effects are created using C64-compatible tools, evoking the charm of classic 8-bit games.
• The full PC version will include subtle visual enhancements like foreground elements and additional enemies.