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Game Overview

Ever played an NES game that feels like stepping into a folktale? Kame no Ongaeshi - Urashima Densetsu does exactly that—you start as Urashima Taro, this fisherman who saves a turtle, and next thing you know, you're whisked off to an underwater kingdom full of weirdly friendly sea creatures and palaces that look like they're made of stained glass. The controls are simple (jump, swim, talk to people), but the charm is in the little details—like how the music shifts from cheerful to eerie when you reach the deeper areas.

It’s not a hard game, which is kind of refreshing. You’re mostly exploring, solving light puzzles, and occasionally dodging enemy fish that seem more confused than threatening. The ending’s the real kicker, though—no spoilers, but let’s just say it sticks to the original story’s bittersweet vibe. If you’ve ever wanted a retro game that’s more about mood than reflexes, this one’s a quiet little oddity worth playing.