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Mystery Quest

"As my apprentice, you have been studying a long time to master the secrets of magic. Now the time has come to prove yourself. You must journey to the four Mystery Castles in search of four magic talismans…

1 April 1989

Mystery Quest is a platform developed by Carry Lab, released 1 April 1989 on Nintendo Entertainment System.

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What Mystery Quest is

Mystery Quest is a platform game developed by Carry Lab and released in 1989. It was published by Taxan. It is available on Nintendo Entertainment System only.

The premise, in the publisher's words

"As my apprentice, you have been studying a long time to master the secrets of magic. Now the time has come to prove yourself. You must journey to the four Mystery Castles in search of four magic talismans. You will face many perils along the way: the castles are riddled with underground passages and intricate mazes, where you may become lost forever! And strange creatures prowl the castles, ready to pounce upon you when you least expect it! But you will find magic powers hidden along the way, to help you in this Mystery Quest. The magic talismans you seek are the greatest gifts known to man: wealth, wisdom, happiness, and peace. Go now, complete your quest, and prove that you are as great…
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How it plays

It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are action and fantasy. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.

What it launched against

Mystery Quest launched on 1 April 1989, within three weeks of Adventures of Lolo and Alleyway.

Released around the same time: Adventures of Lolo, Alleyway.

Quick answers

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When did Mystery Quest come out?
Mystery Quest was released on 1 April 1989 for Nintendo Entertainment System.

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