Legend of Makai

Legend of Makai (Japanese: Makai Densetsu) is an arcade platform video game developed by NMK and released by Jaleco in 1988.

Legend of Makai
Flyer for the original Japanese release
Developer(s)	NMK
Publisher(s)	Jaleco
Platform(s)	Arcade
Release	1988
Genre(s)	Platform game
Mode(s)	Up to 2 players, alternating turns

Gameplay

Gameplay screenshot

Legend of Makai is an action/adventure platformer based in a fantasy setting. The player controls a young warrior whose quest is to rescue a princess from an evil wizard. The warrior starts off with only a sword, but can purchase other weapons and magical items from shops. The gameplay consists finding one's way through non-linear levels, using keys to open doors and killing or avoiding various enemies. The player has a fixed amount of time to complete each level.

Reception

In Japan, Game Machine listed Legend of Makai on their September 1, 1988 issue as being the twenty-first most-successful table arcade unit of the month.^[1] Legend of Makai was favourably reviewed by Power Play's Martin Gaksch, who praised the game's mix of action and adventure, but also criticized the graphics.^[2]