Astyanax is an action-adventure video game developed by Aicom and released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990. As Astyanax, a young warrior who is summoned to save a princess in a distant fantasy world, players must navigate through different levels, battling monsters and enemy bosses with the aid of a magical axe named Bash. Game's features include weapon upgrades, mystical power-ups, and challenging gameplay. The game combines side-scrolling platformer elements with role-playing game (RPG) style narrative and character development, creating an engaging and immersive experience.