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Guide a ninja through levels, slashing enemies and collecting scrolls to rescue a princess.

Kesamaru Game
Kesamaru game

🎮 Game Controls

Make sure the game window is active to play.

  • ↑↓←→ Move
  • Z Btn A (Jump)
  • X Btn B (Run/Fire)
  • Enter Start
  • V Select
1 / 2: Quick Save / Quick Load | + : Fast Forward

About Kesamaru

Kesamaru was a Game Boy release from 1990, developed by KID and published by Irem. It arrived during the handheld's early years, a time when developers were exploring how to build substantial adventures on the limited hardware. This game was part of that wave of experimentation, offering a particular kind of action and exploration.

You control a young ninja named Kesamaru. Your mission is to rescue a kidnapped princess by navigating a series of side scrolling and top down stages. The core loop involves moving screen by screen, using your sword to defeat enemies like samurai and ninjas. You also collect special scrolls that grant you temporary screen clearing attacks, a crucial resource for managing larger groups of foes. The game is known for its brisk pace and considerable difficulty, demanding quick reflexes and careful pattern recognition. Playing it feels like a constant, focused test of your timing and spatial awareness.

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