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Rastan: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Rastan (1987): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Rastan (1987) is a platform, arcade video game developed by Taito, available on Arcade, C64, ZXS, Game Gear, DOS, MSX2, ACPC, SMS. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 69/100 on IGDB.

What is Rastan about?

Rastan is a fantasy-themed side-scrolling action game originally released for the arcades in 1987.

The controls of Rastan consist of an eight-way joystick and two buttons for attacking and jumping. Using the joystick in combination with either button, the player can determine the height of Rastan's jumps and the direction in which he swings his weapon. The game uses a health gauge system along with limited lives, although certain obstacles will instantly kill Rastan regardless of how much health he has left.

Key details

Rastan was released in 1987 and supports single player, multiplayer. Platforms: Arcade, C64, ZXS, Game Gear, DOS, MSX2, ACPC, SMS. Developer: Taito.

Should you play Rastan?

Reviews are mixed, but Rastan retains a dedicated player base among platform, arcade fans.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Rastan?

Rastan is a platform, arcade game by Taito, released in 1987.

What platforms is Rastan on?

Rastan is available on Arcade, C64, ZXS, Game Gear, DOS, MSX2, ACPC, SMS.

Is Rastan good?

Rastan has an aggregate score of 69/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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