Sierra did not create games just for computers. A few of these adventure games were also created for console systems. Back in 1989, Sierra teamed up with Parker Brothers to create King's Quest 1 for the Sega Master system. Being on a console system, this game used a text menus instead of typing commands, since a Sega Master system does not have a keyboard but instead a game controller with a few buttons. The game was created in between the AGI (1984) and SCI (1990) versions of King's Quest 1 for PC, so the graphics do not really resemble either PC game, which is a great treat. All the screens were re-done just for this version. If you have both the AGI and SCI versions, you know that there are some variations between the two games. The Sega version resembles the AGI version in gameplay. Copies of this game pop-up on Ebay Auctions once in a while in case you have a Sega Master system and are interested in obtaining a copy. You can even get a Sega Master system there if you wanted to.
"There's plenty of action, adventure, and danger in this animated video game based on one of the best-selling computer games ... In days of old, you and the gallant Sir Graham must rescue King Edward and his beleaguered kingdom of Daventry. Your mission: To travel the kingdom, unearthing clues and challenging adversaires to locate the King's Magic Mirror, Protective Shield and Chest of Gold. Use your knowledge and skills to make the right choices and solve the riddles, while defying ogres and others along the way. But keep Sir Graham away from the many pitfalls or he'll die -- and you'll lose the game! There's endless challenge and entertainment in your battle to inherit the kingdom of Daventry!"
-- Last paragraph Quoted Directly from Sierra Documents
Below are just a few screenshots of King's Quest 1 Sega Master version to glance at. These screenshots have been miniaturized and do not accurately reflect the true graphical quality of the actual game. In other words, the game looks better and a bit different on television!! Use the navigational buttons to scroll through all twelve screenshots.
KING'S QUEST 1 MINI SCREENSHOTS
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Since this game plays like the AGI version, you can use the walkthrough provided on this website to help you. The cheat codes do not work for this game for obvious reasons. There are no demos or downloads for this particular version of the game.
