3 Eyes

In the NES game 3 Eyes, players take on the role of Yakumo Fujii, an ordinary man who becomes immortal after his soul is absorbed by Pai, the last Sanjiyan Unkara (Three-Eyed Demon). The story revolves around Yakumo and Pai's journey to find a way to turn Pai back into a human. This is a side-scrolling action-adventure game with platforming elements.

The gameplay of 3 Eyes focuses on exploring diverse levels, battling countless supernatural enemies, and solving some simple puzzles. Yakumo initially can only attack with basic physical moves like punches and kicks. As the game progresses, players can collect power-up items that make Yakumo stronger. A unique feature is Yakumo's ability to transform into a more powerful form, Benares, granting special attacks and abilities.

Each level is designed with various obstacles, unique enemies, and sometimes challenging boss encounters. Players need to skillfully navigate platforms, avoid traps, and utilize their combat skills to progress. Collecting health and power-up items is crucial for survival. The game requires a combination of quick reflexes and sound strategy to defeat the end-of-level bosses.

Although based on a popular manga, 3 Eyes on the NES offers a unique experience with its distinctive pixel art graphics and captivating 8-bit soundtrack. The game has a moderate difficulty, requiring players to be patient and practice to complete it. It's a worthwhile game for those who enjoy classic action-adventure titles on the NES.