Play Ankoku Shinwa - Yamato Takeru Densetsu Online
Game Info
3 / 5
2 votes
- Platform
- NES
- Genres
- Action · Adventure
- Publishers
- Tokyo Shoseki Co., Ltd.
- Release date
- March 24, 1989
Summary
Ankoku Shinwa – Yamato Takeru Densetsu draws its inspiration from the ancient Japanese legends surrounding the heroic figure Yamato Takeru. The game weaves those mythic elements into its world, giving players a taste of the folklore that shaped early Japan. Though the story itself isn’t detailed here, the atmosphere feels steeped in the same epic tone found in the original tales. For anyone curious about how classic NES titles reinterpret cultural myths, this title offers a surprisingly authentic glimpse.
Storyline
Ankoku Shinwa – Yamato Takeru Densetsu (often just called Yamato Takeru) opens with a thirteen‑year‑old Yamato Takeru coping with his father’s mysterious death. While sifting through his father’s belongings, the boy discovers a cryptic postcard that points to a hidden truth. The postcard becomes his first clue, sparking a personal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the murder. Driven by curiosity and a desire for justice, Yamato sets out on a journey that will take him across mythic lands. The adventure begins the moment he decides to follow the trail left behind by the enigmatic message.
Edited by Maya Carter
Game Screenshots
Multiplayer
- Game modes
- Single
