Willow
The version of Willow released for the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Famicom is an adventure game in the vein of The Legend of Zelda. The game has the player taking on the role of Willow. Unlike the…
Willow is an adventure developed by Capcom, released 18 July 1989 on Family Computer and Nintendo Entertainment System.
What Willow is
Willow is an adventure game developed by Capcom and released in 1989. It is available on Family Computer and Nintendo Entertainment System.
The premise, in the publisher's words
Long ago, in a time of magic and sorcery, an evil sorceress named Queen Bavmorda ruled the land under a reign of terror. A baby has been born who, legend foretells, will destroy the wicked ruler but the Queen vows the slay the child first. Now the villagers of Nelwyn must band together to assist Willow, the child's chosen protector. As Willow, you must travel through mysterious forests and villages - first evading the Queen and her demons, then plotting to end her reign of terror. You will accumulate an arsenal of swords, shield, and most importantly magic, which are necessary for your final confrontation. Outnumbered by the Nockmaar Army, you must rely on inner strength and determination…
How it plays
It is played from a bird view / isometric perspective. Its themes are action, fantasy and open world. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
Where it sits in the Willow series
Willow is the third of 4 entries we hold in the Willow series. The next entry was Disney Emoji Blitz in 2016.
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