MSX, MSX2, MSX2+

Golvellius was originally released in 1987 by Compile on an early 80s computer system called the MSX. SEGA then reprogrammed the game for the Sega Master System in 1988 with improved graphics, sound, play control and a whole new layout.

Compile created a remake of the original MSX version of Golvellius, but was only made for the MSX 2 (the next generation of the MSX), and the MSX2+ (upgraded graphics and sound from the standard MSX2). It was released on 3 disks.

The popularity of these games spawned side adventures such as The Adventures of Randar I, II, and III.

If you want to play either of the MSX versions of the game, WOOMB.net has recently re-released them.  Both games have been translated from Japanese to English and come complete with a PDF version of their original game manuals.

Screenshots

Golvellius MSX	Golvellius SEGA Master System	Golvellius MSX2/MSX2+