In a nostalgic nod to the golden era of French gaming, Laurent Benes’ classic adventure “Le mystère de Kikekankoi,” originally published by Loriciels in 1983-85 for the Oric and Amstrad CPC computers, has found a new home on the...
In a nostalgic nod to the golden era of French gaming, Laurent Benes’ classic adventure “Le mystère de Kikekankoi,” originally published by Loriciels in 1983-85 for the Oric and Amstrad CPC computers, has found a new home on the Apple II. The port, skillfully crafted by renowned retro Apple programmers Antoine Vignau & Olivier Zardini, brings another French mystery adventure to the Apple II world.
Driven on by a passion to exponentially expand the library of captivating French games on the Apple II, Vignau & Zardini set out to port “Le mystère de Kikekankoi.” With the blessing of the original creator, Laurent Benes, and the support of XavSnap and Herve for the Oric and Amstrad versions, the Apple II rendition now takes its place in the lineup. While some differences exist between the versions, the essence of the original game remains intact, promising an engaging experience for players.
About the game
The narrative unfolds as you, the protagonist, chance upon a distress message in a bottle while fishing. The cry for help leads you to a mysterious city behind a waterfall, setting the stage for an epic adventure. Your mission: rescue a young girl held captive by a mad scientist. Navigate through the caves, solve mysteries, and gather the essentials for your journey. The plot thickens as you embark on a quest filled with challenges and unexpected twists.
Playing the game
Immerse yourself in the world of “Le mystère de Kikekankoi” by entering commands like OPEN CLOSET, NORTH and pressing return. The game engine responds to your actions, unfolding the story with each step. Stuck in the labyrinth of the unknown? Consult the manual for solutions and guidance.
Additional Commands in Apple II Version
To enhance the gaming experience on the Apple II, a few commands have been introduced:
CASE (EN: CASE): Switch between lower and upper-case character display. ENERGIE (EN: ENERGY): Toggle the energy countdown on and off. QUITTER or FIN (EN: QUIT): Return to your preferred launcher.Download and Explore
Embark on this thrilling adventure by downloading “Le mystère de Kikekankoi” for your Apple II:
.po Disk Image (French) .po Disk Image (English)The manual and source code are also available for those who wish to delve deeper into the mysteries of the game.
Note: For inquiries, feedback, or technical support, contact the developers.