SECRETS 

For the  ZX Sinclair Spectrum 48k

AVAILABLE FOR DIGITAL DOWNLOAD OR TAPE CASSETTE

You can download the .TAP to play on your favourite emulator or if you want a true spectrum experience, you can purchase the tape cassette from our website.

Secrets.zip includes:

1. Secrets.tap (Game)
2. Secrets.tzx (Tape)
   
3. SecretsHint.mp3 (Help)
4. Instructions.txt (Instructions)

Your quest begins...

In the mystical land of Triok, an evil wizard named Veldor cast a dreadful curse upon the realm. 

The skies darkened, the rivers have run dry, and a great depression fell upon the land. The beautiful princess Lindura, daughter of King Moza, fell under Veldor’s wicked spell. 

She is forever trapped in a never ending sleep, from which no one can awaken her.

 Desperate, King Moza has sent out a call for the bravest soul in Triok to undertake this perilous quest. Veldor lives in a castle far beyond the city, where no man dare adventure, as it is forbidden.

Many brave souls have been lost to the castle which is a labyrinth of stone and shadows. You will need to find the magical keys hidden within its depths. The path ahead is fraught with danger, and you must be ever vigilant as the curse can cause even the brave to succumb to Veldor.

Terrible things lurk within the walls as you will press ever deeper into the castle. The walls will echo with the whispers of ancient spirits casting doubt on your adventure, but stay strong. In the dungeons below, crushers descend from the ceilings, ready to crush any who dare to pass so time your steps carefully.
Possessed bats swoop down from the rafters, their shrieks piercing the darkness, so be careful. Skeletons, that were previous adventurers now reanimated by Veldor’s dark magic, will rise from the ground to block your path. 

Deep within the castle, you will need to find the keys – each glowing with a different hue: red, yellow, magenta, and green. You will need to find the corresponding doors to match the keys to collect the magic. Each piece brings you one step closer to activating the doorway to escape the castle, but the secrets must be found. Locate the secrets hidden within the ancient castle to break the curse and free the princess. The entire realm of Triok is counting on you.. Are you brave enough?

 

The Secrets

Sometimes a little help is needed....

The warlocks of Triok have presented you with a riddle to help you with your quest. 

 "In a dark and dangerous castle, old and grand, Red is hidden where shadows stand. Drop to a ledge where the light is thin, And let your daring quest begin. Leap to a candle's flickering light, Where yellow lies, hidden from sight. By guarded waters, in a secret place, Green awaits within this space. Above the void where the brave ascend, Magenta lies at the journey's end. Amidst the danger and ancient lore, Secrets await for those who explore. Through perilous paths and secrets deep, Wonders lie where shadows creep. Can you brave this castle's plight, And uncover the secrets hidden from sight?"

• A single player arcade adventure
  
• Over 60 levels to explore!
• Control by keyboard, Kempston or Joystick 

Required: 

To play the digital download: an emulator is required 
( Recommended: Spectacular ) 

Also available on cassette tape

You can purchase the tape version for your Sinclair Spectrum here

We have now added the TZX file free of charge for those that want to play this on the a Spectrum Retro machine ( Tape loader )

We are also privileged to be "Game of the month" by Planeta Sinclair.

Game Objective

Locate the coloured keys scattered around the castle to open the matching doors. Behind each door, you will find Magic needed to open the final door and escape the castle. Secrets are hidden within the castle, you must find them and collect them. Once you have all the magic and all the secrets, head to the throne room and activate the final door. You will then be able to free the Princess and break the curse. You can purchase this game in tape format from our shop and become legend!

Understanding your health

Your health has been calculated carefully to test your patience. It will not regenerate. Below is an example of your health:

Your Energy

Competitive Mode

If you believe you have got what it takes, you can enable "hard mode". Your health will be reduced to the bare minimum, it will allow a small mistake. To enable hard mode, simply press "3" while at the start level. The health bar will now turn red to reflect hard mode has been activated. Completing this game in hard mode will earn you a prize. You can check the competition for the latest information.

Hard Mode

The Inventory

Keys
	The red key will unlock only the red door.
	The yellow key will unlock only the yellow door.
	The magenta key will unlock only the magenta door.
	The green key will unlock only the green door.
Magic
	Dragon Fire is found behind the red door.
	Afterlife lies behind the yellow door.
	Dark Matter awaits you behind the magenta door.
	Merlin's Magic hides behind the green door.
Secrets
	This secret is located in plain sight, or is it.
	You will need patience as it is heavily guarded.
	To locate this secret you will need to trust yourself.
	Hidden from sight you will need a good eye.

Well, what are you waiting for ?

Your quest begins now...

Update notes:

22/11/24 - We have now added the TZX file free of charge for those that want to play this on a Spectrum Retro machine ( Tape loader )

27/10/24 - Fixed a rare bug that sometimes does not allow the throne room door to open a second time. (This only occurred if you had all the magic and entered through the door with no Secrets )