talk about ~Strider~ Cyber ninja runs acrobatically through a near-future dystopia

• Released in 1989 by Capcom, this cyberpunk action game features an elite ninja assassin in a dystopian futuristic world.

• In 2048, Super A-Rank Strider Hiryu infiltrates Kazakh SSR to assassinate Grandmaster Meio, the world's tyrannical dictator.

• Features Hiryu, the bounty hunter Solo, the Tong Pooh sisters, and the final boss Grandmaster who rules from the "Third Moon".

• High-speed action using the Cypher sword, wall climbing, sliding, and summoning robotic Options like a tiger or a hawk.

• JP versions include Hiryu's "Ha!" shout, cut from overseas. The NES version offers a unique, exploration-heavy manga-based plot.

• Praised for smooth animation, cinematic music, and innovative acrobatic gameplay that influenced titles like Devil May Cry.

• The final boss is notably weak, and early arcade boards had a bug causing the first stage BGM to loop during later levels.

• Spawned sequels, a 2014 reboot, and Hiryu's popular appearances in fighting games like the Marvel vs. Capcom series.

• Hiryu's climbing was inspired by the director's real experience. Solo’s design also influenced Zero from the Mega Man X series.

• An iconic classic with fluid action, it was highly acclaimed on Sega Genesis and influenced hits like the Devil May Cry series.