The Japanese original of Rygar, an action-RPG blending combat and exploration. The experience-based progression is well thought out. A quiet NES classic worth rediscovering.
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Action RPG1 player12+
Description
Action-adventure featuring a gladiator battling mythological creatures in an ancient Greek arena. Published by Tecmo, released in Japan in 1986. Gladiator in side-scrolling view with sword and shield, battles against mythological enemies and arena bosses. An original ancient action game on Famicom.
Argos no Senshi - Hachamecha Daishingeki review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,07 MB📅01/01/1990
Published by Tecmo
Argos no Senshi - Hachamecha Daishingeki (NES) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Is Argos no Senshi - Hachamecha Daishingeki still worth playing in 2026?
Known in the West as Rygar, Tecmo's Argos no Senshi sends a gladiator to face mythological creatures across a world inspired by ancient Greece, wielding a disc shield as a weapon. This Famicom version enriches the arcade cabinet with a more open structure, progression and unlockable powers, giving it an action adventure dimension. The handling and difficulty stay rough, but the concept and mood appeal. For a retro action fan, someone curious about Rygar's roots or a collector, the title keeps a singular character and a historical interest.
