The NES: A Gaming Icon of the Late 80s and Early 90s

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Released in North America by Nintendo in October 1985, The Legend of Zelda was not the only reason why many gamers gravitated towards their new home console. However, it certainly didn't hurt its chances.

As one of the best-selling consoles ever made, with nearly 62 million units sold worldwide during its time on store shelves, the NES quickly cemented itself as a gaming icon that would be remembered for generations to come.

The reasons behind this immense popularity were varied but could largely be attributed to two key factors: Nintendo's strict control over third-party developers and their stringent licensing policies. This resulted in a library of games that was both diverse yet also incredibly well-crafted, with titles such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda II - The Adventure Continues!, Tecmo's Samurai Warrior series, Konami's Castlevania series, and more.

However, one title stands out above the rest when it comes to third-party exclusives: Rygar. Developed by none other than the legendary Team Ninja (then known as Koei), this action-adventure game follows a young warrior named Torico who must journey across ancient lands in order to save his beloved Princess Ellenore from an evil demon king.

Released only outside of North America and Europe under the title 'Mr. Driller,' Rygar was initially met with mixed reviews upon its release due to some minor graphical issues that were present throughout certain sections of gameplay. Despite this, however, it quickly gained a loyal following among gamers who appreciated its challenging yet rewarding gameplay mechanics.

Years later, fans would look back fondly on these early days of gaming and long for the simple times when games weren't bogged down by complex storylines or excessive cutscenes. They yearned for titles like Rygar - pure action-adventure goodness with a dash of old-school charm thrown in for good measure.

Fortunately, thanks to advances in technology and widespread internet connectivity, it's easier than ever before to relive those memories from yesteryear. For fans looking to experience the original NES version of this classic game without breaking out their dusty ol' cartridge collection again (or even if they never had one in the first place!), there are plenty of download options available online.

So why not take a trip down memory lane and give Rygar another spin? You might be surprised at how well it still holds up today...

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