Strider is an action-adventure platformer developed and published by Capcom for the NES in 1989. Developed concurrently with a manga series, this home console adaptation differs significantly from its arcade counterpart. Instead of a straightforward action game, players guide the ninja Hiryu through a nonlinear, exploration-based mission across the globe to uncover a conspiracy.
How to Play
Your objective is to explore various global locations to gather floppy disks, analyze them, and unlock new areas. The game uses standard NES controls: use the D-pad to move and crouch, press the A button to jump, and press the B button to slash with Hiryu’s Plasma Sword. As you progress, you will collect upgrades like trick boots for specialized jumps. In your browser, these typically map to the arrow keys for movement, X to jump, and Z to attack.
Tips
- Regularly return to the Blue Dragon headquarters to analyze the floppy disks you find; doing so provides passwords and unlocks new destinations.
- Master the triangle jump early. Wall-jumping is required to navigate out of pits and reach critical ledges in many areas.
- Explore thoroughly to find energy capsules scattered throughout the levels, which increase your maximum health and plasma meters.
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