Conquestador

About

Conquestador is a 1986 platform hack and slash game from Erbe Software. Players guide Battle Hero Redham through a multi-level castle crawling with monsters including spiders, guards, and wizards. The goal is to collect three star stones hidden in locked treasure chests to rescue Taleria. Gameplay blends side-scrolling platforming with rapid melee combat as players slash through enemies and dodge hazards like pits and falling debris. Each stage requires careful timing to navigate tight spaces and survive relentless waves of foes. The game stands out for its high difficulty and dense enemy variety for its era. Though levels are short, they pack a punch with fast-paced action and punishing respawns. Retro gaming forums note its frenetic energy and the satisfaction of mastering Redham's limited moveset. Simple 8-bit visuals lean into the spooky castle vibe, with dark color palettes and eerie enemy designs. A brief but intense experience that prioritizes twitch reflexes over polish, appealing to fans of old-school arcade challenges.

Storyline

Three star stones have been hidden in locked treasure chests within a castle inhabited by dragons, guards, spiders, tarantulas wizards and the like. Battle Hero Redham is brave enough to take on such a task, and it is only by obtaining these that he can rescue Taleria.