Chinese Hero

Team up with a friend to rescue a princess in Chinese Hero, a fast-paced action game from Taiyo System released in 1984. Taking control of either Lee or Loo, players navigate an overhead perspective battling through waves of enemies to confront a series of twenty-four villains—or twelve if playing solo. Utilizing a four-way joystick and button controls, you’ll perform martial arts maneuvers to defeat opponents and progress through the levels. Chinese Hero is notable as the origin point for the long-running Super Chinese franchise, which later evolved into more expansive RPG/beat 'em up experiences on home consoles. The gameplay focuses on strategic movement and precise attacks within a field setting; expect a constant stream of adversaries requiring quick reflexes and coordinated teamwork when playing with two players. Alberto Zanetti achieved a high score of 2,828,000 points in 1985, demonstrating the game's potential for skillful play and replayability. This arcade title offered a unique blend of action and challenge that laid the foundation for many games to follow.