Kick Master

Game Details:

"Kick Master" is a side-scrolling action game developed by KID and released by Taito on the FC platform in 1992. The protagonist, Soloran, is a martial artist skilled in leg techniques. To save the princess kidnapped by the dark forces, he embarks on a journey to defeat the evil witch Belzamm.

The game's unique feature is its "leg techniques + magic" dual system. Soloran not only has various kicking techniques with different heights but can also learn and cast various spells, such as fireballs, ice spells, and healing spells. There are many types of enemies, and the level design is rich and varied, with each stage's BOSS having a unique attack pattern.

The combat rhythm is strong, and the feedback is excellent. Although the controls are simple, they are highly technical. In addition to the basic action stages, the game also introduces an experience point growth mechanism, and the RPG-like setting adds to the game's replayability.

Editor's Recommendation:

"Kick Master" is a classic FC action game that combines fighting skills with a magic system, breaking the pattern of a single attack method in traditional platform games. The protagonist's kicking techniques are diverse and continuous, and the combat is both powerful and strategic. Coupled with the magic growth system, the gaming experience is more immersive.

The game is quite ingenious in terms of enemy configuration, terrain design, and BOSS challenges. Some levels even require multiple attempts to find the best strategy, making it the best choice for players who love action games. If you like high-difficulty action games like "Shinobi" or "Ghosts'n Goblins," don't miss "Kick Master"!

Game Guide:

Basic Operation Skills:

• Press A to jump, and B to kick. Different combinations of directions can be used for different moves, for example: jump + ↓ can use a downward kick.
• Defeating enemies earns experience points. Leveling up increases health and unlocks new spells.

Magic System Usage Advice:

You will obtain spell books by defeating specific enemies or BOSSes. Press the SELECT key to switch spells, and using them consumes MP.

Recommended Practical Magic:

• Heal: Restores health, very practical.
• Freeze: Freezes enemies, used to clear dense enemy groups.
• Fireball: Long-range high damage, suitable for dealing with flying enemies.

Level Clearance Skills:

• It is recommended to use the "aerial downward kick" to deal with small enemies, which can safely attack while also considering displacement.
• Some levels have hidden passages that can obtain a large amount of experience or magic items. Pay attention to the abnormal locations of walls and platforms.

BOSS Battle Strategy:

• The first level's Bone Dragon: Approach and repeatedly attack with downward kicks, and pay attention to the ground flames when jumping to attack.
• The fourth level's Flame Ghost: Dodge its fire column attacks and quickly approach for continuous kicks, pay attention to controlling the rhythm to avoid being surrounded.
• Final BOSS Belzamm: There are three stages. It is recommended to save magic and use fireballs in the final stage for a quick battle.

Leveling Up Advice:

• Early on, concentrating on monster grinding can improve endurance. The higher the level, the stronger the skills and magic unlocked.
• Reasonably arrange the use of MP and set up recovery-type magic before some levels to deal with emergencies.