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1990 Classic

A brisk Master System platformer where Alex Kidd spoofs Shinobi as a ninja, jumping through short stages, fighting with shuriken and sword, and facing bosses. Its tongue-in-cheek crossover charm sets it apart.

What defines Alex Kidd in Shinobi World:

  • Lots of humour
  • Fantasy setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle

94 %

1989 PC free

  • Fantasy setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Bright, upbeat tone

A classic 16-bit Sega platformer where Alex Kidd jumps and punches his way across Paperock to rescue his kidnapped father. Colorful stages, boss fights and tight platforming action define the experience.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World

Fantasy setting

A classic 8-bit Sega platformer where Alex Kidd punches his way across Aries, rides vehicles and settles boss fights with rock-paper-scissors duels. Charming yet fairly tough, and an important piece of Sega history.

Knightmare Tower

Lots of humour

A frantic arcade action game where a knight slashes upward through tower ceilings, rescues princesses and outruns rising lava. Upgrades bought between runs make each new attempt stronger.

Bonk's Adventure

Lots of humour

A quirky 2D platformer where you play a little caveman who headbutts enemies. A short, colorful retro adventure that became the TurboGrafx-16's mascot classic.

Claw

Lots of humour

A classic 90s 2D platformer where you play a pirate cat, Captain Claw, leaping through varied levels with sword and pistol, collecting treasure and fighting dog soldiers. Tongue-in-cheek humor and charming hand-drawn worlds give it its appeal.

Athena

Action-packed real-time combat

A classic SNK arcade platformer where Princess Athena fights through mythology-inspired worlds, picking up weapons and armor along the way.

Hocus Pocus

Linear, curated structure

A classic DOS platformer where you play the young wizard apprentice Hocus, blasting monsters with lightning bolts and collecting keys and treasure across many levels to pass the Council of Wizards' trial.

8-Bit Bayonetta

Lots of humour

A short, tongue-in-cheek retro arcade gag where Bayonetta jumps and shoots in 8-bit style while chasing high scores. Born as a mini-game and April Fools joke, it is tiny and quick to enjoy.

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