Anett Futatabi vs Astyanax

Anett Futatabi is a classic side‑scrolling beat ’em up where you control Anett as she battles through European stages with her sword and magical powers. The game features an energy bar that refills automatically, letting you unleash increasingly powerful attacks up to a screen‑clearing special move. Set two years after El Viento, the story follows Anett’s quest to protect a mysterious pendant from a dangerous group, culminating in intense boss battles that test your combat skill and timing.

Astyanax is a classic side‑scrolling platform action game where you wield a fire axe and a chargeable lightning spell to battle monsters and bosses across fantasy locales. The NES version follows a teen hero transported to another dimension to rescue Princess Rosebud from the evil wizard Blackhorn, while the arcade version pits a divine warrior against demon overlord Argos.

• Responsive sword controls
• Varied magic attacks
• Challenging boss designs
• Authentic 90s pixel art

• Engaging axe‑and‑magic combat
• Two‑player co‑op adds replay value
• Distinct arcade and NES storylines
• Authentic retro visuals and audio

• Limited to single player
• No modern save system
• Difficulty spikes can be abrupt

• Limited modern quality‑of‑life features
• Simple controls may feel dated
• Only available on a few platforms