North and South (USA)

North & South is a unique NES game that blends turn-based strategy with various action sequences, set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Players take control of either the Union (North) or the Confederacy (South).

The main portion of the game takes place on a map of the United States, where players move their army units to conquer enemy states. Each captured state generates money, which can be used to reinforce armies or build railroads. Building railroads allows for faster movement of troops between controlled states. The ultimate goal is to capture all of the opponent's states.

When two armies meet on the map, the game transitions into a side-scrolling action battle screen. Players control a group of soldiers to fight against enemy troops. Infantry units can fire rifles and throw grenades, while cavalry can engage in close combat or fire pistols while moving. The objective is to eliminate all enemy forces or capture their flag.

In addition, there are other action-oriented events interspersed throughout:

• Fort Attack: If your army approaches an enemy fort, you'll engage in a fort assault screen where you must guide your soldiers past obstacles and guards to capture the fort.
• Train Robbery: Occasionally, a gold-carrying train will appear. Players can send cavalry to rob the train in a side-scrolling action sequence, dodging obstacles and enemy soldiers to reach and steal the gold.
• Weather and Random Events: Weather conditions can affect visibility and troop movement speed. Sometimes, reinforcements arrive or other random events occur, adding an element of surprise to the strategy.

With its mix of strategic planning and fast-paced action segments, North & South offers a diverse and engaging gameplay experience.