Hudson Hawk

Hudson Hawk is a platform game where you play as Eddie Hawkins, a reformed cat burglar known as "Hudson Hawk". After ten years in prison, you're thrust back into action to retrieve the shattered pieces of a legendary Da Vinci crystal hidden in three locations: an auction house in New York, the Vatican, and Castle Da Vinci in Italy. Navigate through levels while avoiding security guards, guard dogs, janitors, crazed nuns, and balloon-riding henchmen. Your only tools are a wicked punch and an infinite supply of baseballs to subdue enemies, distract dogs, and trigger switches. Crouch to avoid shots and security beams as you piece together the crystal.

Commodore 64

Released in 1991 by Special FX and published by Ocean Software, Hudson Hawk stands as one of the finest platformers on the C64. Detailed sprite work and vibrant, colorful graphics create charming environments that capture the film's comedic spirit perfectly. The upbeat musical score complements the action throughout, featuring iconic melodies that enhance the adventure. Varied level design combines challenging platforming with clever puzzle-solving and intricate hazards at every turn. Small but perfectly animated sprites navigate through detailed environments with excellent responsiveness. Contemporary players celebrated it as better than the movie itself, praising the engaging gameplay loop and impressive technical achievement. A masterpiece of C64 game design showcasing the system's capabilities.