Capcom's Strider on NES. Hiryu the futuristic ninja in frantic action. Different NES conversion from the arcade, more open. Solid mechanics despite compromises. For fans of the character.
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Action game featuring Hiryu the Strider traversing enemy fortresses with his sword and acrobatics. Published by Capcom, released in the USA in 1988. Hiryu in side-scrolling view with acrobatics and his Cypher sword and SF levels. NES port of Capcom's Strider arcade.
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Capcom's NES-exclusive take on the Strider arcade game, departing sharply from the coin-op and the Mega Drive version with a novel adventure structure tied to the original manga. That divergence is what sets it apart for Strider enthusiasts, who treat it as a distinct branch of the title. The loose copy stays accessible, but the high sealed value reflects the scarcity of factory-sealed examples of this NES Capcom release.
Is Strider still worth playing in 2026?
A NES adaptation of Capcom's action game, Strider stars the future ninja Hiryu who crosses enemy fortresses with an energy sword and acrobatics, in a more open structure than the cabinet, blending action, exploration and progression. The snappy pace, the hero's mobility and the science fiction setting give a stylish character, even if the handling and some design choices take adjusting. For a retro action fan, a Strider fan or someone curious about Capcom productions, the title keeps a definite style and ambition.
