Core

About

Core is a 1986 platform adventure where you control Andrew Angello navigating labyrinthine asteroid caves. Your goal is to retrieve equipment scattered across four levels but each step risks triggering traps that drain your backpack's power. Without enough energy you'll suffocate so you must scavenge batteries and tools. A spade is essential for digging through obstacles but using it wisely is key to progressing. Released on Commodore 64 and similar systems this title stands out for its tense resource management and puzzle elements. Players had to balance exploration with survival mechanics long before it became a genre staple. Its dated visuals and simple controls contrast with the sharp challenge curve making it a curiosity for retro gaming fans.