Released in 1990 for the NES by Vic Tokai, Golgo 13 – The Riddle of Icarus (known outside Japan as The Mafat Conspiracy) is an ambitious action-espionage game that blends side-scrolling platforming with first-person shooting segments and driving sequences. As the legendary assassin Duke Togo, you must navigate an international web of intrigue to recover a stolen satellite weapon system and rescue a kidnapped scientist.
How to play
You must survive varied action sequences, including hand-to-hand combat, sniper missions, and maze-like enemy bases. Default NES controls apply: use the arrow keys to move (D-pad), Z for the B button (attack/shoot), X for the A button (jump), Enter for Start (pause/menu), and Shift for Select.
Tips
- During first-person sniper segments, account for wind direction and distance before taking your shot, as these environmental factors will affect the bullet’s trajectory.
- Conserve your ammunition during side-scrolling sections; rely on your martial arts attacks when enemies are close to save bullets for when you truly need them.
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