Hydlide II: Shine of Darkness MSX version will be ported via EGG Console to Nintendo Switch on May 22
D4 Enterprise will release an EGG Console port of the MSX version of Hydlide II: Shine of Darkness for Nintendo Switch worldwide on May 22. The company has set up pages for the new port both on their own Project EGG Console website and on the Nintendo eShop.
The MSX version of Hydlide II was the last one to be released in November 1986, which was also almost a year after T&E Soft first released it for PC-8801 in mid-December 1985. Those who want to catch up with the classic games can start with the first Hydlide entry, which also had its MSX version ported to the Switch last year in September 2024.
You can find the official screenshots and descriptions for Hydlide II: Shine of Darkness right below. Even though the game will be ported as-is from its original Japanese version, a few portions of the game, including the story synopsis part, are available in English.
Become the chosen one and seal the evil consciousness targeting Fairyland! Utilize magic to conquer a field map six times larger than the previous game!
This is an action RPG released by T&E SOFT in 1986. The protagonist, chosen by God for their pure heart, embarks on an adventure to seal away evil consciousness.
The popular collision-based attack system from the previous game is back, and this time, new magic such as FIRE, ICE, WAVE, and JUMP are introduced. With the addition of the parameter FORTH (conscience), concepts of good and evil are expressed. The game also features information gathering through conversation mode, shopping in towns, character development, and a map six times larger than the previous game, surpassing it in both quality and quantity.
Known as an "Active RPG" at the time, this game places a strong emphasis on action. Players switch between attack and defense modes while engaging in collision-based combat with monsters. Defeating monsters earns experience points, allowing for level-ups and increased strength. When injured, resting in flat areas automatically restores health.*The main game and gallery screen (*Gallery) are in Japanese version.
*Other menu screens and "How to play" screens are in English.