Hydlide for Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)

Embark on an early, pioneering RPG adventure in Hydlide for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Take on the role of Jim, a valiant knight, as he sets out to defeat the demon Varalys and rescue Princess Ann from his dark clutches. Explore a perilous, monster-filled world, level up your character by gaining experience, and manage your health and magic carefully. This early action RPG is known for its real-time combat system where you initiate attacks by moving into enemies, and its emphasis on strategic exploration and resource management. Though simplistic by modern standards, Hydlide represents a significant step in the evolution of the console RPG genre.

Key Features:

• Pioneering Action RPG: Experience one of the earliest examples of the action role-playing genre on consoles.
• Real-Time Combat: Engage enemies by physically moving your character into them, requiring careful positioning and timing.
• Character Progression: Level up Jim's stats by defeating monsters and gaining experience points.
• Exploration and Discovery: Navigate a dangerous overworld filled with various monsters, towns, and dungeons.
• Resource Management: Carefully monitor Jim's health and magic points, as resources are often scarce.

Metadata:

• Genre: Action Role-Playing Game (Action RPG)
• Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
• Developer: T&E Soft
• Publisher: FCI
• Release Dates:
  • Japan: March 18, 1986
  • North America: June 1989
• ESRB Rating: Not Rated (Predates ESRB)
• Mode: Single-player