Hudson Hawk

December 31, 1991 Special FX Software Ltd. Ocean Software, Sony Imagesoft
Platform
C64 ZXS Atari-ST Amiga ACPC NES
About

The player assumes the role of Hudson Hawk, a cat burglar. He is sent on a mission to steal three Da Vinci artifacts. Walking through various levels in this platform game, the player must avoid sounding alarms. In addition, security guards and dogs show up to hamper the mission. Hudson Hawk can pacify the enemies by punching them or throwing a "ball" at them.
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Release Date December 31, 1991
Developer Special FX Software Ltd.
Publisher Ocean Software, Sony Imagesoft
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Comedy