Play Ghosts'n Goblins Online

Ghosts'n Goblins came out on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, a Capcom release that fit right in with the tough platformers of that era. You control a knight named Arthur, tasked with rescuing a princess from a demon king. The game unfolds screen by screen; you move Arthur to the right, and the screen locks until you clear the enemies in your path.

Your main goal is to fight through six stages, from a graveyard to a final castle. You start with a lance you can throw, and you find other weapons like daggers or torches in floating treasure chests. A key mechanic is your armor; if an enemy hits you, you lose it and run around in your underwear until you find a new set. A second hit means you lose a life. The pacing is relentless, with zombies, demons, and crows spawning constantly. The difficulty is severe, demanding precise jumps and attacks. Playing it feels like a constant, frantic scramble for survival.