Switchblade

About

Switchblade is a 1989 platformer from Core Design where you play Hiro, navigating underground levels split into flip-screen sections. Each screen starts blocked off, revealing new paths as you move. The controls feel tight for the era, balancing jumps and timing to reach the exit. The game’s sequel arrived in 1991, but the original remains a curiosity among retro gamers. It ran on multiple systems from the time, including Amiga, ST, and Spectrum, helping it reach a broad audience. The limited visuals by today’s standards don’t overshadow its clever level design and straightforward action.