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Summary

Tutankham drops you into the twisting corridors of an Egyptian tomb, where you guide an explorer with a laser that only fires left and right. The two‑joystick cabinet lets you sprint through the maze while blasting asps, vultures, bats and even dragons that appear at random. Each stage gives a single flash bomb that wipes the screen, and hidden warp zones teleport you elsewhere—enemies stay put.

Progress depends on snatching keys (500 points) and unlocking doors (1,000 points) to reach treasure rooms, but you can carry only one key, forcing constant back‑tracking. Bonus items like rings, crowns and the golden death mask award from 1,000 up to 5,000 points, and any remaining timer converts to extra score. When the clock runs out you lose the laser, and a 30,000‑point total grants an extra life.

The arcade version topped U.S. charts in 1982 and was quickly ported to the Atari 2600, ColecoVision, Intellivision and other home systems by Parker Brothers. Critics praised its mix of maze‑puzzle and shoot‑‘em‑up action, and the game still appears in modern collections such as the Switch’s Arcade Archives release.

Storyline

In Tutankham, you take on the role of an intrepid explorer who delves into the maze‑like tomb of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun. The adventure is divided into four distinct stages, each guarding a different prize: a map, an ornate urn, a chest brimming with gold and jewels, and finally the legendary golden death mask. As you navigate the catacombs, every corridor is a trap‑laden puzzle that tests both reflexes and timing.
The tomb is teeming with lethal guardians – poisonous asps, swooping vultures, noisy parrots, swarming bats, fire‑breathing dragons and ancient curses. Any contact with these foes instantly ends the explorer’s quest, forcing you to start the level over. The relentless chase creates a tense, arcade‑style run‑and‑gun experience that rewards quick thinking and precise movement.