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Gauntlet vs Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows

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Gauntlet
GauntletCo‑op arcade hack‑and‑slash adventure through endless monster mazes.
Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows
Gauntlet: Seven SorrowsClassic hack‑and‑slash adventure returns with online co‑op action
Overview
Description

Choose from Warrior, Wizard, Valkyrie or Elf and battle through top‑down maze levels filled with ghosts, demons and the dreaded Death. Collect food, potions and keys while racing against a draining health timer to reach each exit. Co‑op play lets up to four players share loot, lure enemies and revive fallen teammates with a coin, creating endless replayability for arcade fans.

Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows revives the iconic four heroes—warrior, valkyrie, elf, and wizard—as they battle through hordes of enemies to confront six former advisors. The game blends fast‑paced combat with simple puzzles like key collection and button activation, offering both single‑player and four‑player cooperative modes. Online play lets each hero join from a separate console, delivering the same intense multiplayer experience across Xbox 360 and PlayStation 2 while retaining the series’ signature graphics upgrade.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Arcade lovers and retro co‑op gamers
Fans of classic hack‑and‑slash co‑op
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99
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release date
1985-10-15
2005-12-12
Specifications
developer
Atari Games
Midway Games
publisher
Mindscape, Inc., U.S. Gold, Midway Games, Namco, Atari Games
Midway Games
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
77/100+33%
58/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Supports up to four players simultaneously
  • Distinct character abilities add strategic depth
  • Simple controls make it easy to pick up
  • Endless replayability through coin‑based revives
  • Four unique playable characters
  • Online co‑op support on console
  • Simple yet engaging puzzle elements
  • Varied skill upgrade system
Cons
  • Limited visual fidelity by modern standards
  • No boss encounters may feel repetitive
  • Requires continuous coin insertion for full arcade experience
  • Limited puzzle complexity
  • Graphics dated compared to modern titles
  • Online matchmaking can be unstable
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The Verdict

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Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows offers a story‑driven, boss‑filled hack‑and‑slash with online co‑op on modern consoles, while Gauntlet (1985) is an endless arcade maze focused on local co‑op and high‑score replayability.

Key differences

  • •Seven Sorrows includes six distinct boss fights; the 1985 Gauntlet has no bosses.
  • •Seven Sorrows runs on Xbox 360 and PS2 with online matchmaking; the older Gauntlet is limited to local play on arcade/retro hardware.
  • •Critic scores differ: 58/100 for Seven Sorrows vs. 77/100 for the 1985 Gauntlet.
  • •Graphics: Seven Sorrows has improved graphics over earlier entries, while the 1985 version is described as low visual fidelity.
  • •Pricing: Both are one‑time purchases, but only the 1985 Gauntlet lists an MSRP of $9.99; Seven Sorrows price not specified.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Seven Sorrows adds boss encounters and a progression system, giving more structured fun than endless maze runs.

Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows

Platform availability

Seven Sorrows runs on Xbox 360 and PS2 with online support; the 1985 Gauntlet is limited to arcade/retro setups.

Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows

Price & value

Gauntlet lists a $9.99 MSRP; Seven Sorrows price is not provided, making Gauntlet the clearer value.

Gauntlet

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both support up to four players; Seven Sorrows adds online co‑op, while Gauntlet is local only.

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Content & replayability

Gauntlet’s endless procedurally linked mazes give infinite replay, whereas Seven Sorrows has a finite set of levels and bosses.

Gauntlet

Difficulty & accessibility

Gauntlet is rated ESRB E and has simple controls; Seven Sorrows is ESRB T with more complex mechanics.

Gauntlet

Graphics & performance

Seven Sorrows offers improved graphics over previous entries; Gauntlet is noted for limited visual fidelity.

Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows

Choose Gauntlet if…

Fans of endless arcade replay, local couch co‑op, and lower price point.

Choose Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows if…

Players who want a story‑driven, boss‑heavy co‑op experience on modern consoles.

Common questions

Which game supports online multiplayer?

Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows supports online co‑op on Xbox 360 and PS2; the 1985 Gauntlet only supports local co‑op.

What is the price of each game?

Gauntlet (1985) lists an MSRP of $9.99; Seven Sorrows does not specify a price in the provided data.

Do either of the games have boss fights?

Seven Sorrows features six boss advisors; the 1985 Gauntlet has no boss encounters.