Time Bandit

Time Bandit is a Gauntlet-style arcade game with text adventure elements. This game uses the time-travel theme for a fast-paced variation on Gauntlet concept. Your bandit visits 16 different worlds throughout time to grab as much loot as possible and, in the long run, do some universe-saving stuff as well. Each of the 16 locations is a labyrinth filled with treasure and monsters. You've got to dodge or blast them with your weapon, while collecting keys, opening doors and searching for the exit. After completing a level, you return to the world map, where you can freely choose the next challenge and save your game. Interestingly, Time Bandit tries to spice up arcade action with text adventure scenes. You will occasionally bump into persons or computer consoles with which interaction is possible. For example, you've got to explore and repair the damaged spaceship Excalibur. There are allusions to arcade classics, such as Tutankham, Pac-Man, Centipede, Bomberman, and others.