The EGGCONSOLE collection on Nintendo Switch continues to impress retro gaming enthusiasts, with the latest addition being the Greek-mythology-inspired action RPG, Courageous Perseus.
Officially released today on the Nintendo Switch eShop for $6.49, this classic title brings a foundational chapter of Japanese action RPG history to modern players. Developed by Cosmos Computer and originally launched for the PC-8801 home computer in 1984, Courageous Perseus is widely regarded as a pioneering work in the domestic Japanese Action RPG genre.
Remarkably, it debuted nearly a month before the iconic Hydlide by T&E Soft, cementing its role as a genre trailblazer.
Its legacy in influencing both gameplay mechanics and narrative structure in Japanese role-playing games is still evident decades later. Courageous Perseus draws players into a unique retelling of the Perseus myth, centering on the legendary Greek hero’s quest.
According to the game’s premise, the Goddesses of Beauty—Maia, Celaeno, and Asterope—once lived peacefully on a southern sea island until the domain was overrun by the Gorgon clan.
The ensuing chaos transformed the lush landscape into a cursed, rocky expanse, while the goddesses were turned to stone and the residents’ hearts became shrouded in darkness. In response to the goddesses’ plight, Zeus, the god of the sky and thunder, summons his son Perseus.
Armed with a sacred shield and sword bestowed by Athena and Hermes, Perseus sets out to rescue the captives and restore peace to the island.
Gameplay is rooted in classic action RPG mechanics—players explore a perilous island, confront monstrous foes through a straightforward collision-based combat system, and earn experience points to enhance Perseus’s combat abilities. Cosmos Computer’s Courageous Perseus is notable not only for its early release but also for its innovative adaptation of Greek mythology within a video game format.
Its engaging exploration, leveling system, and streamlined combat have earned it recognition as a classic among PC-8801 titles, and its presence on the Nintendo Switch via EGGCONSOLE is sure to capture both seasoned fans and newcomers alike. The EGGCONSOLE series on Nintendo Switch eShop has also announced its next addition: the MSX2 shooting game Wonderland of Carbuncle, scheduled for release on January 29th.
With a growing catalog of carefully curated retro titles, EGGCONSOLE remains a go-to destination for Nintendo Switch users seeking classic gaming experiences directly from the eShop. For retro gaming enthusiasts and historians alike, Courageous Perseus’ arrival on Nintendo Switch exemplifies the ongoing effort to preserve and celebrate foundational moments in interactive entertainment history.
Officially released today on the Nintendo Switch eShop for $6.49, this classic title brings a foundational chapter of Japanese action RPG history to modern players. Developed by Cosmos Computer and originally launched for the PC-8801 home computer in 1984, Courageous Perseus is widely regarded as a pioneering work in the domestic Japanese Action RPG genre.
Remarkably, it debuted nearly a month before the iconic Hydlide by T&E Soft, cementing its role as a genre trailblazer.
Its legacy in influencing both gameplay mechanics and narrative structure in Japanese role-playing games is still evident decades later. Courageous Perseus draws players into a unique retelling of the Perseus myth, centering on the legendary Greek hero’s quest.
According to the game’s premise, the Goddesses of Beauty—Maia, Celaeno, and Asterope—once lived peacefully on a southern sea island until the domain was overrun by the Gorgon clan.
The ensuing chaos transformed the lush landscape into a cursed, rocky expanse, while the goddesses were turned to stone and the residents’ hearts became shrouded in darkness. In response to the goddesses’ plight, Zeus, the god of the sky and thunder, summons his son Perseus.
Armed with a sacred shield and sword bestowed by Athena and Hermes, Perseus sets out to rescue the captives and restore peace to the island.
Gameplay is rooted in classic action RPG mechanics—players explore a perilous island, confront monstrous foes through a straightforward collision-based combat system, and earn experience points to enhance Perseus’s combat abilities. Cosmos Computer’s Courageous Perseus is notable not only for its early release but also for its innovative adaptation of Greek mythology within a video game format.
Its engaging exploration, leveling system, and streamlined combat have earned it recognition as a classic among PC-8801 titles, and its presence on the Nintendo Switch via EGGCONSOLE is sure to capture both seasoned fans and newcomers alike. The EGGCONSOLE series on Nintendo Switch eShop has also announced its next addition: the MSX2 shooting game Wonderland of Carbuncle, scheduled for release on January 29th.
With a growing catalog of carefully curated retro titles, EGGCONSOLE remains a go-to destination for Nintendo Switch users seeking classic gaming experiences directly from the eShop. For retro gaming enthusiasts and historians alike, Courageous Perseus’ arrival on Nintendo Switch exemplifies the ongoing effort to preserve and celebrate foundational moments in interactive entertainment history.
