Wall Street Kid (USA)

In the NES game Wall Street Kid, players take on the role of a young man who inherits $500,000 from his wealthy uncle. The primary goal of the game is not just to get rich, but to accumulate enough wealth to prove himself worthy of Tiffany, his affluent girlfriend, and gain her father's approval.

Gameplay revolves around money management and investment. Players will spend most of their time in the stock market. You can buy and sell stocks and bonds from various companies. To make smart investment decisions, you need to closely monitor economic news and events. This is done by reading newspapers, watching TV, or receiving phone calls from market informants.

Beyond stocks, players can also invest in real estate, purchasing buildings or apartments to rent out or sell for profit. Personal financial management is also a crucial part. You must ensure you have enough money to cover daily living expenses, buy expensive clothes, dine at fancy restaurants, go on dates with Tiffany, and even acquire luxury assets like cars, yachts, or mansions to boost your social status.

The game also features entertaining mini-games such as golf, poker, or chess, which can sometimes yield monetary rewards or be part of the story progression. Time in the game progresses day by day, and players need to carefully plan their transactions, as the stock market is only open during specific hours. The ultimate goal is to amass a huge fortune (estimated around $600 million) and own certain luxury items to complete the quest and marry Tiffany.