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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / RPG
Arkista's Ring
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, RPG |
| Developer | NMK |
| Publisher | Sammy |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Arkista's Ring is an action-adventure game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by NMK and published by Sammy. It blends action-adventure and RPG elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
NMK also made Ninja Crusaders and Saiyūki World for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Arkista's Ring is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Arkista's Ring cheats & codes
45 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Life | PAKETILA |
|---|---|
| 6 Lives | TAKETILA |
| 9 Lives | PAKETILE |
| Infinite Lives | SZULXKVK |
| Start With Fewer Hearts | ZAKATIIA |
| Start With More Hearts | PAKATIIE |
Arkista's Ring walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Arkista's Ring FAQ
When did Arkista's Ring come out on the NES?
Arkista's Ring was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Arkista's Ring?
It was developed by NMK and published by Sammy.
Is Arkista's Ring multiplayer?
No. Arkista's Ring is a single-player game.
How long does Arkista's Ring take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Arkista's Ring typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Arkista's Ring on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.