16-Bit Gems #14: Legend of the Mystical Ninja (SNES)

The first American release in the popular Japanese "Goemon" series, Legend of the Mystical Ninja was an early entry in the Super Nintendo's lineup that unfortunately was ignored by many kids of the day. But those that looked past its strange qualities were rewarded with one of the best games of the 16-bit era. With anime, manga, and para para dancing all the rage now, perhaps the West is ready to give this gem another shot.

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Re: 16-Bit Gems #14: Legend of the Mystical Ninja (SNES)

Man, I loved this game so much as a kid. I used to play it co-op all the time, from beginning to end on a regular basis. We often wasted a buttload of time at the amusement park. :)

Thanks for the review!

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Re: 16-Bit Gems #14: Legend of the Mystical Ninja (SNES)

This was one of the first SNES games I rented as a kid, and I was blown away by how good it was.

I know what you mean about the amusement park, though.  I never got past it before I had to return the game - because the mini games were too much fun.

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Re: 16-Bit Gems #14: Legend of the Mystical Ninja (SNES)

Roo, it seems your reviews get a little bit funnier as each new review is posted

Anyways, seeing that I'm only 13, I've never played this game before. But I'm eager to get it on virtual console

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Definitely get it.

It was a real blast to play.

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If you really like this game and Super Mario 64, then the Legend of the Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon (pronounced Go-ay-mon) for the N64 is a great game. Sadly though you need a controller pak (the n64 version of a memory card) to be able to save the game. Its one of my all tme favorites.

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Holy crap.  It was starting

Holy crap.  It was starting to seem like I was the only one in the world who remembered Samurai Pizza Cats

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Wow!

That live action clip at 4:53 made me laugh out loud for the first time in awhile. I need to start watching Japanese TV shows.

On a side note (to whom it may concern (possibly the reviewer)), you've made a new fan. Your reviews are both excellent and informative.

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This reminds me of something

if you really like this try pocky and rocky. somewhat similar music and really fun to play, especially with 2 players

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Americanization Theater!

Americanization Theater!

Makes me laugh every time.

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American's, i know it's

American's, i know it's tempting, but please, never say bollocks.  I know you watched a film or read a Garth Ennis comic or something, and you want to use the word, but you sound awful when you do so.

 

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