Introduce
Ninja Hattori-kun - Ninja wa Syugyou de Gozaru no Maki is a classic side-scrolling action-platformer developed by Hudson Soft for the Famicom (NES).
In the game, players control the protagonist, Hattori Kanzo, a young ninja from the Iga village. Your main objective is to navigate through challenging levels, defeat numerous enemies, and collect useful items along the way.
Hattori possesses agile movements, including running, jumping, and notably, the ability to climb walls to reach difficult areas. Hattori's primary weapon is the shuriken, which he can throw to attack enemies from a distance. Additionally, Hattori can utilize special ninja skills (ninjutsu) by collecting ninja scrolls scattered throughout the levels.
These ninja skills provide significant tactical advantages:
- Kage Bunshin no Jutsu (Shadow Clone Technique): Creates a clone of Hattori to attack or distract enemies, helping you overcome dangerous situations.
- Mizu Kiri no Jutsu (Water Walking Technique): Allows Hattori to walk on water for a short period, opening new paths or helping to avoid underwater obstacles.
- Hayate no Jutsu (Gale Technique): Increases Hattori's movement speed, allowing him to traverse large areas faster or evade attacks.
- Kawarimi no Jutsu (Substitution Technique): A defensive skill that helps Hattori avoid attacks by replacing himself with a log, allowing you to escape danger instantly.
Each level in Ninja Hattori-kun - Ninja wa Syugyou de Gozaru no Maki features unique designs, ranging from dense forests and treacherous mountains to traditional Japanese villages, populated by various enemy types such as rival ninjas, wild animals, and deadly traps. At the end of each area, players typically face a challenging boss fight, requiring skill and proper strategy to emerge victorious.
The game's graphics are cartoon-styled, with bright colors, perfectly fitting the cheerful and adventurous atmosphere of the original anime series. The music and sound effects are also well-designed, contributing to an engaging and lively gameplay experience. Ninja Hattori-kun - Ninja wa Syugyou de Gozaru no Maki offers a classic platformer experience with action and adventure elements, demanding player dexterity and quick reflexes to overcome all challenges.