Mutant Herd

About

Mutant Herd is a fast paced platformer where players defend a central base from waves of attackers. You control a character running jumping and dodging across a grid while firing weapons to clear waves of enemies. The single player mode focuses on survival while the co op option lets two players work together to hold the line. Simple controls and twitch based action make it easy to pick up but tough to master. The game stands out for its straightforward multiplayer design which was uncommon on the VIC 20 at the time. Released in late 1983 it leans into the hardware's limitations with minimalist visuals and rapid fire gameplay. Community archives note its cult following among retro enthusiasts who appreciate the no frills approach to team based arcade combat.