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Nintendo Entertainment System · Adventure
Idol Hakkenden
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Natsume |
| Publisher | Towa Chiki |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Idol Hakkenden is an adventure game developed by Natsume and published by Towa Chiki.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales. Among the 29 NES adventure games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Natsume also made Shadow of the Ninja, Shatterhand and S.C.A.T.: Special Cybernetic Attack Team for the NES.
Idol Hakkenden is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Idol Hakkenden is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Idol Hakkenden 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.
Idol Hakkenden FAQ
When did Idol Hakkenden come out on the NES?
Idol Hakkenden was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Idol Hakkenden?
It was developed by Natsume and published by Towa Chiki.
Is Idol Hakkenden multiplayer?
No. Idol Hakkenden is a single-player game.
How long does Idol Hakkenden take to play?
As an adventure game, Idol Hakkenden 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 Idol Hakkenden 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.