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Archon

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Archon: The Light and the Dark was a game developed by Free Fall Associates which loosely modeled the game of Chess, with a number of additions to the gameplay. It was programmed by Anne Westfall, and released originally for Atari 8-bit computers in 1983. It was quickly ported to a number of different systems, and was well-received.

Archon is a strategy/tactical game available on PC.

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Is Archon multiplayer?

Yes, Archon has multiplayer. It supports single player modes.

Is Archon crossplay?

Based on available data, Archon does not have confirmed crossplay support.

What platforms is Archon on?

Archon is available on PC.

Is Archon free to play?

No, Archon is a paid game.

Is Archon good for game night?

Archon supports single player multiplayer. Use PickThe.Games to check if it works with your group's platforms.

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Last updated June 4, 2026

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