Play Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle Online

Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle is one of those classic Sega Genesis platformers that feels equal parts charming and frustrating—in a nostalgic way. You play as Alex, who’s basically space royalty, hopping across Paperock to find his missing dad. The controls are simple: punch stuff on the ground, kick stuff in the air, and try not to faceplant into enemies (because touching them means instant death, because 90s logic).

What makes it weirdly fun are the random power-ups. Ever wanted to stomp around on a pogo stick while wearing an invincibility cloak? Here’s your chance. Just don’t die, or you’ll lose whatever gadget you were holding—which hurts when you’ve been hoarding coins from treasure chests like a dragon.

The real kicker? Boss fights are just rock-paper-scissors matches. No skill, just luck. Same goes for shopping—imagine paying for a health potion, then having to gamble for it. Lose, and you’re dead. It’s ridiculous, but that’s part of the charm. If you’re into old-school platformers with a side of nonsense, this one’s a time capsule.