Cadash

Developer: Taito

Cadash is a nostalgic, side-scrolling action-adventure that blends platforming with light RPG mechanics. Players pick from distinct character classes, level up by defeating monsters, gather equipment and magic, and explore interconnected dungeons filled with traps, secret rooms and multi-screen bosses. Combat is deliberate and often unforgiving, balancing hack-and-slash timing with resource management from shops and potions. Its arcade roots show in memorable boss encounters and a steady climb in difficulty, making each run satisfyingly tense. The game evokes retro exploration and replayability for fans of classic 16-bit action-platformers.