Product Overview
- Product Name: Legend of Kage
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Good condition with only moderate cosmetic wear.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- NES Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Cartridge Dust Cover / Sleeve: No
- Original Retail Box: No
- Styrofoam Insert: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Legend of Kage is a fast-paced Nintendo NES 8-bit action adventure set in feudal Japan, where players take on the role of the young ninja Kage. Tasked with rescuing a kidnapped princess, Kage must leap across treetops, infiltrate enemy strongholds, and battle waves of rival ninjas using shuriken and close-range sword attacks.
What sets Legend of Kage apart is its emphasis on speed, vertical movement, and fluid ninja acrobatics, creating a sense of momentum rarely seen in early NES action titles. Its cinematic staging, dramatic pacing, and distinctly Japanese aesthetic helped it earn lasting recognition as one of the more atmospheric arcade-style action games of the 8-bit era.
Gameplay Features
- High-speed ninja action focused on jumping, climbing, and rapid combat
- Large scrolling stages with strong vertical emphasis and aerial movement
- Projectile-based combat using shuriken alongside close-range sword attacks
- Enemy waves and boss encounters that demand quick reflexes and precision
- Arcade-inspired design adapted for NES hardware with a cinematic feel
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Legend of Kage began as an arcade release from Taito before being adapted for the NES, with development handled by TOSE, a studio known for its behind-the-scenes work on many classic Japanese titles. Its ninja theme and fast-paced presentation influenced later action games that emphasized agility and vertical movement.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1987
- Publisher: Taito Corporation
- Developer: TOSE
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 020588010024
- SKU: 11997
- Format: Original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System 8-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
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