Shiten Myouou (Japan)

An action game from Naxat Soft, Shiten Myouou plunges a warrior into a medieval Japan haunted by demons, which he cuts down across levels of a mystical, polished mood. The platform action blends melee combat, magic and clashes with imposing bosses, in a dark art direction inspired by Japanese folklore. The difficulty stays high and the title, left in Japan, remains little known. For a fan of retro action with a marked atmosphere or someone curious about the Mega Drive's obscure gems, the title keeps a sincere visual cachet and challenge.