Ghosts'n Goblins (US)

What is Ghosts'n Goblins (US)?

Ghosts'n Goblins (US) is a legendary side-scrolling action platformer that has haunted gamers since its arcade debut. You play as the valiant knight Arthur, on a perilous quest to rescue Princess Prin-Prin from the clutches of the demon king Astaroth. Set in a gothic horror-themed world filled with zombies, demons, and other supernatural foes, this game is notorious for its high difficulty and relentless challenges. With its iconic armor-loss mechanic and tight platforming action, Ghosts'n Goblins remains a benchmark for classic arcade gaming.

Game Features

• Challenging Gameplay: Face relentless enemies and tricky platforming sections that demand precision and quick reflexes. • Weapon Variety: Collect and use different projectile weapons like lances, knives, and torches to defeat foes. • Armor Mechanics: Lose your armor after taking one hit, leaving you vulnerable in your underwear until you find a replacement. • Gothic Horror Setting: Battle through graveyards, forests, and castles filled with zombies, demons, and other monstrous creatures. • Two-Phase Final Boss: Defeat Astaroth twice—once after the first playthrough and again in the true final battle. • Classic Arcade Feel: Authentic pixel art, chiptune music, and fast-paced action that defined the golden age of arcades.

How to Play Ghosts'n Goblins (US)?

1. Movement: Use the arrow keys or WASD to move Arthur left and right, and to crouch.
2. Jump: Press the Space bar or Z key to jump over pits and enemies.
3. Attack: Use the X key to throw your equipped weapon (like a lance or knife) at enemies.
4. Weapon Switching: Pick up new weapons that appear from defeated enemies or treasure chests to change your attack style.
5. Avoid Enemies: Watch out for zombies, crows, and other creatures—lose your armor after one hit, and die on the next.
6. Progress Through Stages: Fight through six challenging levels, each with a boss at the end.
7. Complete the Game: Beat the game once, then replay it on a harder difficulty to access the true ending and rescue the princess.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Ghosts'n Goblins so difficult? The game is designed with relentless enemy patterns, limited continues, and a punishing health system where you lose armor after one hit. It requires memorization, precision, and patience.

What happens if I lose all my lives? You'll need to use a continue to restart from the beginning of the current level. If you run out of continues, it's game over, and you must start from the very beginning.

Do I need to play through the game twice? Yes, after beating the final boss the first time, you'll discover it was a trick—you must replay the entire game on a higher difficulty to reach the true ending and rescue the princess.