Nintendo Entertainment System · 1984
Devil World
A 1984 maze game where a lone hero battles waves of demons in a labyrinthine dungeon.
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Format
- Cartridge
- Genre
- maze video game
- Released
- 1984
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Overview
Devil World is an NES maze game in which a player-controlled hero moves through a dungeon grid, fighting enemies that roam the same space. The action is direct and fast-paced, with the player relying on positioning and timing to survive successive waves. It stands as an early example of a grid-based combat maze on Nintendo's home console.
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Why it matters
Devil World is one of the earliest games associated with the NES in public records, marking an early point in the platform's library history. It offers a compact sample of 1980s maze-combat design and early Nintendo cartridge-era gameplay.
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The physical edition
A typical complete copy includes the cartridge, original box, and any printed inserts or manuals included with the edition. Regional packaging, labeling, and included documentation can vary, so confirm the specific edition before purchase.
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Playing it today
The game runs on original NES hardware and compatible systems, and the maze-combat loop is simple enough to pick up quickly. Emulation on modern devices is also a common and low-friction way to play.