Kamen no Ninja – Hanamaru is a fast-paced action platformer developed by Capcom and released for the Famicom (NES) in 1990. If its vibrant side-scrolling gameplay feels familiar, it’s because the title was heavily altered and released in the West as Yo! Noid. In this original Japanese release, you play as a mechanical ninja named Hanamaru who explores varied stages and fends off quirky enemies using a robotic hawk companion named Winder.
How to play
Guide Hanamaru to the end of each stage while avoiding hazards and defeating enemies. Instead of traditional boss fights, stage clears are resolved through a unique card-based battle system where you must strategically play numbered cards to outscore your opponent.
- Arrow Keys: D-pad (Move)
- Z / X: A / B buttons (Jump and attack with Winder)
- Enter / Shift: Start / Select
Tips
- Winder functions like a boomerang; wait for him to return to you before you can attack again, and time your throws carefully.
- Collect the scrolls scattered throughout the levels. They power up Hanamaru’s screen-clearing special attacks, which are crucial for surviving tough sections.
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