Last Battle
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Last Battle arrived on Sega Genesis in 1989 under the Japanese title Hokuto no Ken Shin Seikimatsu Kyoseishu Densetsu. It plays like a martial arts beat em up that moves sideways across the screen. Aarzak used to go by Kenshiro and he punches through a shattered world, landing hits on foes and steering clear of traps.
The journey spans four stages packed with multiple levels and tough bosses. A power meter fills as Aarzak lands hits and unleashes stronger combos when full. Any slip sends players back to the start. The absence of a save feature forces one continuous run.
Critics flagged stiff controls and punishing difficulty. They welcomed its detailed visuals for the time. Today a small but devoted fanbase still plays Last Battle for its old school action and ties to The Fist of the North Star. Its rough edges keep it alive in retro circles.