Rastan is a brutal side-scrolling hack-and-slash action game released by Taito for the arcade in 1987. Drawing heavy inspiration from dark fantasy and sword-and-sorcery lore, you play as a barbarian warrior fighting through cursed lands filled with mythical beasts like chimeras, harpies, and skeletal swordsmen. Distinct for its challenging combat and satisfying platforming, the game lets you strike in multiple directions, including a devastating mid-air downward thrust. Along the way, you will find powerful temporary weapons such as an axe, a mace, and a legendary flaming sword to help you conquer each area’s monstrous boss.
How to Play
Your objective is to survive six stages, each culminating in a tough boss fight inside a fortress. Since this is an arcade title, you will first need to insert virtual coins to play.
- Movement: Arrow Keys
- Jump: Z
- Attack: X
- Insert Coin: Shift
- Start Game: Enter
Tips
- Master the downward thrust: Jump, hold Down, and press attack to perform a downward stab. This move is incredibly effective for safely eliminating enemies below you without taking damage.
- Protect your weapon upgrades: Special weapons (axe, mace, fire sword) offer significant advantages but are lost if you take a certain amount of damage. Play defensively when holding them to keep them longer.
- Grab the Ram’s Head: Keep an eye out for the golden Ram’s Head item. It provides temporary invincibility, giving you a safe window to aggressively push through overwhelming enemy waves or tough terrain.
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