RPG Jinsei Game (Japan)

Jinsei Game on the NES is an adaptation of the popular board game "The Game of Life," but with added role-playing game (RPG) elements to provide a deeper experience. The game simulates a person's entire life journey, from being a student until retirement, with the goal of accumulating wealth and happiness.

Gameplay in Jinsei Game takes place on a virtual board. Players begin their journey by choosing an initial educational or career path. Each turn, you "spin the wheel" to determine the number of spaces to move. The spaces on the board represent important life events and milestones. When landing on a space, players may face choices, gain money, lose money, get married, have children, buy a house, or experience other unexpected events.

The decisions made in Jinsei Game directly affect the character's finances, family, and happiness. For example, choosing a specific career might offer higher income but also come with risks, or getting married and having children will increase expenses but also bring joy and happiness points. The game is not just about earning money but also encourages players to balance material wealth with spiritual values.

The ultimate goal is to reach the "Retirement" space with the highest possible amount of money and happiness points. There are multiple endings depending on the journey and the decisions you've made. The RPG element is evident through the character's progression via life milestones, the ability to customize certain aspects, and the variety of paths players can choose, making each playthrough a unique life story.