Demon Sword, an action-platformer developed by TOSE and published by Taito for the NES in 1990, follows a warrior named Victar on a quest to defeat the Dark Lord. As you battle through mystical landscapes, your goal is to recover the broken pieces of the titular weapon, expanding its size and power with each piece found. The game stands out for its vertical level design and fast-paced, high-flying movement.
How to Play
Use the D-pad to move, crouch, and guide your jumps. Press the A button to leapโallowing you to scale tall trees and structuresโand the B button to attack or throw projectiles. Magic spells can be cycled with the Select button and cast using Up + B. In the browser, these map to the arrow keys, Z (A), X (B), and Right Shift (Select).
Tips
- Take advantage of your extraordinary jumping ability; many enemies and projectiles can be easily avoided by leaping into the canopy.
- Collect the red orbs dropped by enemies to build up your magic points, which are essential for casting powerful spells during boss fights.
- Upgrading your sword extends your attack range, making it significantly easier to keep dangerous foes at a safe distance.
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