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Tunnels of Doom

One of the first graphical computer role-playing games, Tunnels of Doom puts the players in control of up to four characters in a single party, to explore the dangerous Tunnels of Doom, fight monsters, and…

1 February 1982

Tunnels of Doom is an adventure developed by Texas Instruments Incorporated, released 1 February 1982 on Texas Instruments TI-99.

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What Tunnels of Doom is

Tunnels of Doom is an adventure game developed by Texas Instruments Incorporated and released in 1982. It is available on Texas Instruments TI-99 only.

The premise, in the publisher's words

One of the first graphical computer role-playing games, Tunnels of Doom puts the players in control of up to four characters in a single party, to explore the dangerous Tunnels of Doom, fight monsters, and collect treasure. The four characters can be controlled by one player as a party, or by up to four players, each choosing an action during battles. There are four different character classes available: Fighter, Rogue, Wizard, and Hero. The latter can be selected only if he is the only character in the party. Enemies appear randomly, and the battles are turn-based. Various treasure is scattered around the dungeon; the player also has the option of buying certain equipment. In some places…
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How it plays

It is played from a bird view / isometric perspective. Its themes are fantasy. It supports multiplayer. Local play supports 4 players. Available modes: Multiplayer and Single player.

What it launched against

Tunnels of Doom launched on 1 February 1982, within three weeks of Ms. Pac-Man and Dig Dug.

Released around the same time: Ms. Pac-Man, Dig Dug.

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Tunnels of Doom — frequently asked questions

When did Tunnels of Doom come out?
Tunnels of Doom was released on 1 February 1982 for Texas Instruments TI-99.
Does Tunnels of Doom have multiplayer?
Yes. Tunnels of Doom supports multiplayer.

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