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Switchblade came out on the Amiga in 1989, a side-scrolling action game from Gremlin Graphics and U.S. Gold. It was one of those solid, colorful platformers that felt right at home on the system, offering a decent challenge without trying to reinvent the wheel.

You control Hiro, a warrior on a mission to recover the 16 pieces of the Fireblade. You move screen by screen through varied environments, from caves to futuristic bases, fighting off enemies with a chargeable energy sword. Finding secret rooms and hidden power-ups is key, as they often contain better weapons or health. The pacing is methodical; you need to explore carefully and manage your resources. It feels like a thoughtful, exploration-heavy brawler where every new screen could hide a threat or a vital discovery.