Play Go Go Mr. Yamaguchi / Yuke Yuke Yamaguchi-kun Online

Konami released Go Go Mr. Yamaguchi in 1985 for arcades, a time when side-scrolling platformers were still finding their footing. It's a game about a businessman racing against the clock, a simple premise that fit right in with the straightforward, high-score focused titles of the era.

You control Mr. Yamaguchi, a salaryman who must run from left to right, jumping over obstacles like pits and spikes while the screen scrolls automatically, forcing you to keep pace. The main goal is to reach the end of each stage before time runs out, navigating increasingly tricky layouts. Key mechanics include timing your jumps precisely to avoid instant-death hazards and managing your momentum, as the game sometimes speeds up, demanding quick reflexes. It's a tense, unforgiving experience where every successful landing brings a genuine sigh of relief.