Cadillacs & Dinosaurs (930201 etc)

Cadillacs & Dinosaurs (930201 etc)

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (YYC bootleg set 2, 920313 etc) [Bootleg]

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (YYC bootleg set 2, 920313 etc) [Bootleg]

Penguin Brothers (Japan)

Penguin Brothers (Japan)

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (street fighter 2' 920513 etc)

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (street fighter 2' 920513 etc)

Neo Bomberman

Neo Bomberman

Donkey Kong (US set 1)

Donkey Kong (US set 1)

Snow Bros. 2 - with new elves

Snow Bros. 2 - with new elves

Metal Slug 2 - Super Vehicle-001/II (NGM-2410) (NGH-2410)

Metal Slug 2 - Super Vehicle-001/II (NGM-2410) (NGH-2410)

Pac-Man (Midway)

Pac-Man (Midway)

Bubble Bobble

Bubble Bobble

Snow Bros. - Nick & Tom (set 1)

Snow Bros. - Nick & Tom (set 1)

The King of Fighters 2002 Super (bootleg) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters 2002 Super (bootleg) [Bootleg]

Metal Slug X - Super Vehicle-001 (NGM-2500)(NGH-2500)

Metal Slug X - Super Vehicle-001 (NGM-2500)(NGH-2500)

Metal Slug 3 (NGM-2560)

Metal Slug 3 (NGM-2560)

Tumble Pop (World)

Tumble Pop (World)

Pang (World)

Pang (World)

Ghosts'n Goblins (US)

Ghosts'n Goblins (US)

Knights of the Round (911127 etc)

Knights of the Round (911127 etc)

Neo Turf Masters / Big Tournament Golf

Neo Turf Masters / Big Tournament Golf

Street Hoop / Street Slam / Dunk Dream (DEM-004) (DEH-004)

Street Hoop / Street Slam / Dunk Dream (DEM-004) (DEH-004)

Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack (USA 970930)

Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack (USA 970930)

Kung-Fu Master

Kung-Fu Master

SNK vs. Capcom - SVC Chaos Super Plus (bootleg) [Bootleg]

SNK vs. Capcom - SVC Chaos Super Plus (bootleg) [Bootleg]

Garou - Mark of the Wolves (NGM-2530)

Garou - Mark of the Wolves (NGM-2530)

Double Dragon (Neo-Geo)

Double Dragon (Neo-Geo)

The King of Fighters '97 oroshi plus 2003 [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters '97 oroshi plus 2003 [Bootleg]

Shinobi (set 6, System 16A, unprotected)

Shinobi (set 6, System 16A, unprotected)

Aero Fighters 2 / Sonic Wings 2

Aero Fighters 2 / Sonic Wings 2

The King of Fighters '97 Plus 2003 (bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters '97 Plus 2003 (bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters 2001 Plus (set 1, bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters 2001 Plus (set 1, bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The Punisher (930422 etc)

The Punisher (930422 etc)

Mega Man 2 - the power fighters (960708 USA)

Mega Man 2 - the power fighters (960708 USA)

Dig Dug (rev 2)

Dig Dug (rev 2)

Golden Axe: The Revenge of Death Adder (World, Rev B)

Golden Axe: The Revenge of Death Adder (World, Rev B)

Super Pang (World 900914)

Super Pang (World 900914)

Neo-Geo Cup '98 - The Road to the Victory

Neo-Geo Cup '98 - The Road to the Victory

Pac-Mania

Pac-Mania

The King of Fighters 2003 (NGM-2710)

The King of Fighters 2003 (NGM-2710)

Frogger

Frogger

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Turtles in Time (4 Players ver. UAA)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Turtles in Time (4 Players ver. UAA)

Spin Master / Miracle Adventure

Spin Master / Miracle Adventure

The King of Fighters '94 (NGM-055)(NGH-055)

The King of Fighters '94 (NGM-055)(NGH-055)

Golden Axe (set 6, US, 8751 317-123A)

Golden Axe (set 6) is the iconic US arcade fantasy beat em up classic. Defeat enemies, ride dragons, and rescue the king in this timeless Golden Axe adventure.

Published
1989
Added
2025-10-20
Platform
Classic Arcade

Overview

About Golden Axe (set 6, US, 8751 317-123A)

Golden Axe (set 6, US, 8751 317-123A) is a classic arcade hack-and-slash fantasy beat 'em up that defined the genre during the golden age of arcades. In this American version, you play as a warrior seeking vengeance against the evil giant Death Adder through dangerous fantasy worlds of warriors, magic, and mythical creatures.

  • Iconic Character Selection: Choose from three unique heroes - Ax Battler the Barbarian, Tyris Flare the Amazon, and Gilius Thunderhead the Dwarf - each with distinct fighting styles and magical abilities
  • Dynamic Combat System: Master classic hack-and-slash combat combining basic attacks, jumping strikes, and shoulder throws for devastating combos in this nostalgic beat 'em up
  • Creature Riding & Magic: Experience the iconic gameplay of stealing and riding giant 'camel-chicken' creatures while collecting magic potions for screen-clearing spell moments

What stands out

This retro classic offers the authentic arcade experience that defined 80s gaming with refined American difficulty balance. It represents peak fantasy beat 'em up design with lasting appeal for both nostalgic gamers and new retro enthusiasts.

  • Pure Nostalgic Fun: Relive the magic of arcade gaming's golden era with responsive controls, satisfying combat, and that classic quarter-munching challenge
  • Cooperative Play Classic: Experience the joy of classic two-player side-by-side monster slaying that made arcade gaming a social experience
  • Genre-Defining Gameplay: Play one of the games that established the fantasy beat 'em up template with mechanics that inspired countless later titles

Play notes

Master this classic arcade hack-and-slash with simple yet deep controls that defined the beat 'em up genre.

  • 1. Choose Your Hero: Select from three characters using arrow keys: Ax Battler (balanced), Tyris Flare (magic), or Gilius Thunderhead (power fighter) to start your quest
  • 2. Master Combat Controls: Move with arrow keys, attack enemies with Z key, and jump with X key - combine movements for flying attacks and special moves
  • 3. Ride Creatures & Cast Magic: Press A button to use collected magic potions for powerful spells and approach creatures to mount them for enhanced combat abilities

FAQ

What's the difference between the three playable characters?

Ax Battler offers balanced stats, Tyris Flare has powerful magic with weaker melee, and Gilius Thunderhead excels in close combat - each has unique magical spells and fighting animations

How do I use magic spells effectively during boss fights?

Save magic for boss encounters or when surrounded - spells deal more damage based on collected magic potions and can interrupt boss attacks while clearing minions

What happens if both players try to mount the same creature?

Only the player who reaches the creature first controls it, while the other continues fighting on foot - strategic players alternate riding to maximize damage