Power Blade

Game Details:

The game is set in New Earth in 2191, where the Master Computer is invaded by an unknown alien virus. Agent Nova must go to six areas to find the "contacts", get the ID card and enter the key room to defeat the guards and get the tapes. The level design is non-linear, supporting 8-way shuriken attacks, weapon upgrades, and Power Suit armor, which can enhance attacks and withstand three hits. The game has password continuation and hard mode, but is generally easy to get started with. The levels have a multi-path design, enhancing the sense of exploration, and the shuriken effects can penetrate walls and multiple can be on the screen at the same time, which is very exciting. The sound effects are by Kinuyo Yamashita, the composer of Castlevania, with a dynamic style. Although the game borrows from classic elements such as Rockman, Contra, and Castlevania, it forms its own charm through tight controls and a clever combination of non-linear levels. The player community often comments that it is "fast-paced" and "levels are short but enjoyable", suitable for short-time play.

Editor's Recommendation:

If you like fast-paced and precise action platform games of the NES era, "Power Blade" is definitely a hidden gem. Its eight-way shuriken and Power Suit system make the battle both tactical and exciting; the level design is rich in layers and not rigid; the password continuation system also makes the game experience more friendly. In addition, the soundtrack is produced by the "Castlevania" team, and the classic theme is impressive, which is a must-play for players who pursue "short, flat, fast" retro fun.

Game Guide:

I. Shuriken Enhancement and Power Suit

• Collecting shuriken enhancement items can increase the quantity and penetration, and after 3 shurikens are launched at the same time, you can easily clear a large number of enemies.
• Each level has a hidden Power Suit (mechanical armor), which can withstand three attacks when worn, and the shurikens turn into energy waves (can penetrate walls), which is extremely powerful. It is recommended to explore for armor first and then push the levels.

II. Level Exploration and Path Tips

• There are multiple forks and hidden doors on the map, and you can trigger mechanisms and open hidden doors by using shurikens.
• It is recommended to walk around the entire map first, find the contact person and then look for the armor; the order can prevent getting stuck on the path after death and getting lost.

III. Enemy Patterns and Boss Tactics

• Enemies are mostly mechanical creatures: dragons, soldiers, floating turrets, etc., and the multi-directional mechanism of shurikens is very suitable for the rhythm of battle.
• Bosses usually have charging or sweeping attacks, and it is stable to use the Power Suit state to throw shurikens in multiple directions for output.
• If the armor fails when the boss enters the subsequent stage, immediately replenish the shuriken enhancement items and quickly restore the output.

IV. Small Tips for Passing the Game

1. Time system is ample: the six levels have enough time to explore, and you can go back to the top by using the time;
2. Password saves progress: you can enter the password on the level selection interface to continue, it is recommended to write down the ID of each level;
3. Expert mode: has the challenge of repelling and time reduction for those familiar with the gameplay, it is recommended to try it after passing the game once;
4. Exploration order recommendation: It is recommended to first attack medium-risk levels (Area 2/3), get armor and enhancements, and then proceed in order;
5. Use the combination of jumping and shurikens: high platform enemies can air-drop or interrupt attacks in the air, reducing the probability of being hit.