Necropolis: Maisou Toshi

Released by Natsume in 1989, this title is an adventure game for the PC-8801 set within an ancient Egyptian temple. Players take on the role of Kaoru, who answers a cry for help that transcends time and space to enter a mysterious necropolis. The gameplay, which requires gathering information through conversations with stone statues and exploring a vast temple, captivated PC retro gaming fans of the era. The game’s mystical atmosphere and demanding exploration remain a notable part of 1980s adventure game history.

One day, the protagonist, Kaoru, is guided by a cry for help from across time and space into a mysterious, ancient Egyptian burial city. As players explore the depths of the vast ruins, they must gather information by engaging in dialogues with the stone statues left behind in the temple. In this land where the wills of ancient gods intersect, Kaoru must unravel the many secrets hidden within the temple and face an evil presence.