Lionheart

Lionheart is a platformer for Amiga, developed by German studio Thalion Software and released in 1993. The player controls Waldin, nicknamed Lionheart, who must retrieve a stolen artifact and save the kingdom of the Cat People. The game stood out with its detailed graphics, smooth animation, and impressive parallax scrolling, demonstrating the technical potential of Amiga and the mastery of Thalion Software, which later released Ambermoon.

The gameplay combines platforming with combat elements and level exploration. The player encounters various enemies, traps, and secret areas that require attention and precise control. Despite its visual splendor, Lionheart was known for its high difficulty, especially on early levels, which sometimes deterred less experienced players.

Critics praised the game for its artistic design and level variety, but noted that the story remains a typical fantasy tale without particular depth. Players appreciated the combination of platforming and combat mechanics, as well as the satisfaction from precise and responsive controls and finding secrets.

Lionheart is considered one of the notable exclusive platformers on Amiga, demonstrating Thalion Software's ability to create dynamic and artistically crafted worlds.