Product Overview
- Product Name: Wrath of the Black Manta
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Notes:
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
Step into the shadows as the Black Manta, a formidable ninja on a mission to dismantle a global crime syndicate responsible for a wave of child abductions. Traverse five intricate levels set across international locales, utilizing an arsenal of ninja arts—from the fiery "Art of Fire Ring" to the elusive "Art of Invisibility"—to outmaneuver adversaries and rescue the innocent. Engage in side-scrolling combat, uncover hidden rooms, and interrogate foes to gather crucial intelligence in this action-packed adventure.
Gameplay Features
- Master ten unique ninja arts, each offering distinct strategic advantages.
- Explore diverse environments, including urban landscapes and exotic locales.
- Uncover secret areas and rescue hostages to gain valuable information.
- Engage in dynamic boss battles, each presenting unique challenges.
- Experience a blend of side-scrolling action with occasional first-person sequences.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Originally released in Japan as "Ninja Cop Saizou," the game underwent significant alterations for its Western release, including changes to graphics, soundtrack, and level design. Notably, one of the game's cutscene illustrations was directly copied from "How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way" by Stan Lee and John Buscema. Wrath of the Black Manta features rare digitized voice samples for an NES game—most famously the sharp “MANTA!” shout heard during power usage and the intro. These vocal effects were unusual for the system and gave the game a distinctive audio flair that still surprises retro gamers today.
Additional Details
- Variant:
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1990
- Publisher: Taito
- Developer: Konami
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 020588010178
- SKU: 12533
- Format: Original Nintendo Entertainment system (NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System 8-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
NES Game Cartridge Compatibility (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which video game systems support original NES cartridges:
| System | Supports NES Cartridges | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) | Yes | Original 1985–1995 model (front-loading design). |
| NES-101 "Top Loader" | Yes | Redesigned top-loading NES model released in 1993. |
| Analogue Nt / Nt Mini | Yes | Premium modern system with FPGA accuracy and HDMI out. |
| RetroUSB AVS | Yes | Modern FPGA-based console with 720p output. |
| Polymega (with EM01 NES Module) | Yes | Modular system supports NES cartridges via add-on EM01 module (emulation-based; compatibility may vary). |
| Retron 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 | Yes | Supports NES cartridges (emulation-based; compatibility may vary). |
| Japanese Famicom | No (without adapter) | Requires 72-to-60 pin adapter (uses different cartridge format). |
Note: Compatibility may vary on emulation-based or clone systems depending on cartridge variant and mapper chip used.
Important Information
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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