Shiro Densetsu

Released by Crystal Soft in 1984, "Shiro Densetsu" (Legend of White) is a pioneering Japanese adventure game from the early days of the PC-8801 era. Players take on the role of the "White Hero," navigating the "Land of Leeda" through a unique text-based command system that requires kana input. Known for its distinct atmosphere featuring characters like biwa-playing monks and mysterious girls, as well as its famously unforgiving difficulty, the game remains a legendary title among retro enthusiasts. Its inclusion in Project EGG in 2026 has allowed a new generation of players to experience its fantastical world once again.

In the desolate "Land of Leeda," two warring factions, the "Red Ones" and the "Blue Ones," have brought the world to the brink of extinction. Disappointed by this endless strife, the Creator Jars issues a prophecy: "The White One shall appear and bring order to this land." As the legendary "White Hero," you descend upon this chaotic world, meeting enigmatic figures such as a blind minstrel and a mysterious girl, as you embark on a quest to save the land from ruin.