Legend of Hero Tonma

Released by Irem for arcades in 1989, this action game follows the adventure of Emperor Tonma as he journeys toward the "Uncharted Lands" to rescue a queen kidnapped by monsters. Featuring the highly orthodox structure typical of the company’s titles at the time, players must conquer a total of seven stages. The game’s most distinctive feature lies in its action mechanics; effectively mastering jump height adjustments and controlling descent speed by inputting directional commands mid-fall are essential to your success.

This is an action game in which Tonma, a wizard, rises to the challenge of rescuing Princess Luna, who has been kidnapped by the Demon King. Armed with a magic wand, Tonma must clear stages filled with numerous enemies. Players navigate his adventure toward the Demon King's castle by making full use of his shots and jumps.