Kaiketsu Yanchamaru

Released by Irem in 1986, this action game features a comical world where players advance by defeating enemies with a signature spinning sword attack. With its responsive controls and uniquely designed characters, the game captivated many players in the arcade scene of the time. Now a beloved classic in Irem’s catalog, it was later ported to home consoles, where it enjoyed great popularity and maintains a dedicated following to this day.

Niki, a ninja training under his master, one day receives a scroll from Mame-maru, Princess Kurumi’s pet pigeon, pleading for help. Learning that Fuurin Castle has been taken over by Zourin-gen’s gang and that Princess Kurumi has been kidnapped, Niki sets out alone to rescue her. Armed with his trusty spinning sword, Niki embarks on an adventure to defeat the demon army.