Mercenary is a pioneering open-world adventure game released for the Commodore 64 in 1985. Developed by Novagen Software and designed by Paul Woakes, players experience freedom to explore the environment of the planet Targ. The game is known for its wire-frame 3D graphics, expansive game world, and non-linear gameplay. Its genre blends action, adventure, and flight simulation, as players can pilot aircraft, engage with factions, and complete various missions to escape the planet.
