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Game Overview

Ever wanted to play as a sword-wielding cat in a fancy hat? Nagagutsu wo Haita Neko (or Puss in Boots: Around the World in 80 Days if you prefer) is this weird little NES game where you dash across the globe, slashing at enemies and solving light puzzles—all while racing against a ticking clock. It’s got that classic 8-bit charm, with bright colors and bouncy music that somehow makes you forget how punishing some of the jumps are.

At first, I thought it’d be a simple platformer, but there’s actually a surprising amount of strategy—like figuring out which routes save time or when to risk taking a hit for extra points. The controls are a bit stiff (it is an NES game), but once you get used to the rhythm, it’s oddly satisfying. And yeah, the timer’s stressful, but in that way that makes you want to try "just one more run."

Honestly, it’s one of those games that makes you wonder why more people don’t talk about it. If you’re into obscure retro titles with personality, this one’s worth digging up.