Play Asterix on nes Online

I first played Asterix on the NES back in 1993, a game developed by Infogrames and published by Bandai. It was a time when licensed games were a mixed bag, and this one fit right into that era of platformers and side scrolling beat 'em ups. You could tell it was trying to capture the spirit of the comics, with its colorful sprites and familiar characters, but it had that distinct early 90s feel, not quite polished but full of charm.

You control either Asterix or Obelix, moving screen by screen through Gaulish villages, dense forests, and Roman camps. The main goal is to rescue Getafix the druid, which involves punching and throwing Roman soldiers, collecting golden laurels, and occasionally hopping onto a chariot for a racing segment. The combat is simple but satisfying, especially when you pick up a power up potion and start clearing the screen. The pacing is brisk, though some jumps can feel a bit slippery, and the difficulty ramps up steadily. Playing it feels like a straightforward, cheerful brawl through a cartoon world.