a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } This cartridge‑only copy of Astyanax for the NES delivers side‑scrolling action built around heavy melee combat and a fantasy storyline. Players take control of a young hero wielding a powerful axe, fighting through enemy‑filled stages while unlocking magic abilities to handle increasingly dangerous threats. Side‑Scrolling Action: Traditional platforming with a focus on close‑range combat. Magic Abilities: Special attacks that expand combat options as the game progresses. Fantasy Setting: Mythical environments filled with monsters and supernatural enemies. Arcade‑Style Difficulty: Challenging enemy encounters that reward timing and positioning. Designed as a one‑player experience, Astyanax emphasizes deliberate combat and learning enemy patterns rather than fast reflex shooting. This version includes the game cartridge only, with no box and no manual, making it a practical option for players or collectors focused on gameplay.