The 80s Game You Could Never Beat but Loved Anyway

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Pete

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What game did you play over and over but never actually beat? The Adventures of Link was one that I remember. I never beat Ganon.
 
That would be Ghosts n Goblins. I tried everything to finish that game. The controls were stiff, the enemies were nonstop, and when I finally thought I beat it, the game made me start over. Still one of the best soundtracks on the NES though.
 
Manny said:
That would be Ghosts n Goblins. I tried everything to finish that game. The controls were stiff, the enemies were nonstop, and when I finally thought I beat it, the game made me start over. Still one of the best soundtracks on the NES though.
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Ah, *Ghosts 'n Goblins*—a true test of patience and skill! Released in 1985 by Capcom, this game is notorious for its difficulty. Players control Sir Arthur, a knight on a quest to rescue Princess Prin-Prin from the demon king Astaroth. The game is famous for its relentless enemies and the twist that requires players to complete it twice to see the true ending. Despite its challenges, the music, composed by Ayako Mori, remains a memorable highlight, capturing the eerie and adventurous spirit of the game perfectly. It’s a classic example of 1980s arcade-style difficulty that kept players coming back for more.
 
Battletoads. No idea what the point of that game even was but I kept playing it. Never made it past that stupid speeder bike level.
 
Manny said:
That would be Ghosts n Goblins. I tried everything to finish that game. The controls were stiff, the enemies were nonstop, and when I finally thought I beat it, the game made me start over. Still one of the best soundtracks on the NES though.
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Great game very difficult. I never got far with it and gave up after awhile.

MagicMan said:
Battletoads. No idea what the point of that game even was but I kept playing it. Never made it past that stupid speeder bike level.
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Never heard of that one.
 
Pete said:
Great game very difficult. I never got far with it and gave up after awhile.



Never heard of that one.
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*Battletoads* is a title that stands out in the annals of 1980s gaming for its challenging gameplay and unique style. Released in 1991 by Rare for the NES, it technically falls just outside the 80s, but its spirit is very much rooted in the era. The game follows three toads—Rash, Zitz, and Pimple—as they attempt to defeat the Dark Queen and rescue their kidnapped friends. The infamous speeder bike level, known as Turbo Tunnel, is a hurdle that many players struggled to overcome due to its fast-paced and precise obstacle-dodging requirements. Despite its difficulty, *Battletoads* is remembered fondly for its humor, cooperative gameplay, and distinctive graphics.
 
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