Xak: The Art of Visual Stage

Released in 1989 on MSX2, Xak: The Art of Visual Stage is a role play developed by MicroCabin. First opus of the Xak series, he invites players to play the role of Latok Kart, a young séiste charged with saving the world of Xak from the forces of evil. The game is distinguished by its dynamic gameplay, detailed graphics and immersive soundtrack.

The game comes complete in its original box.

169.00€

Characteristics:

Year of release:
1989
Original title:
サーク
Sound:
MSX Music (FM)
Publisher:
Micro Cabin
Type of game:
Action, RPG
System:
MSX2
Reference:
91544
Support:
3x 3.5" 2DD
Version:
Japanese
Condition:
Occasion
State:
Good condition

About

Xak: The Art of Visual Stage offers a real-time RPG experience where the player controls Latok across various regions, facing monsters and solving puzzles. The combat system recalls that of the series Ys, with real-time clashes requiring a strategic approach. Graphics fully exploit the capabilities of MSX2, offering varied environments and detailed sprites. The soundtrack, composed by talented Tadahiro Nitta, perfectly accompanies the adventure, strengthening the player's immersion.

Notable Inspirations: The gameplay of Xak inspired by the series Ys, notably by its real-time combat system and its protagonist with colored hair.
Multiple Portages: Originally released on MSX2, the game was played on several platforms, including PC-88, PC-98, X68000, PC Engine and Super Famicom, demonstrating its success and popularity.
Extended series: The success of this first opus led to the creation of suites, including Xak II: Rising of the Redmoon and Xak III: The Eternal Recurrence, enriching the universe of the series.

Xak: The Art of Visual Stage remains an emblematic title of the MSX2 catalog, appreciated for its engaging gameplay and careful production.

Music selection

During the game, press F4 and choose a piece of background music (BGM).

Hidden game

Turn on your MSX and insert the diskette 3.
Run the command: RUN "OMAKE.BAS".
This will launch Xak Shucchoban GoGo Pixie, a mini-game where you play Pixie.
- An apology message appears at the beginning, indicating that the game is incomplete and should be finalized in Xak II (but was finally completed in Fray).
- The gameplay is limited: you can only move Pixie horizontally with keyboard arrows or joystick, and exit with RETURN or button 1.

Debug Mode

Connect a controller or joypad in the port 1.
Access the main menu and select the Option 6 (which seems to be an empty space).
Maintaining button 1, enter the following sequence:
- Upper, Upper, Lower, Lower, Right, Left, Right, Left, Button 2
The debug menu will display, allowing to:
- Easily edit cards.
- Adjust the amount of gold possessed.
- Options « Super Latok » and « Level » Seems deactivated.