P.O.W. Prisoners of War is an action-packed side-scrolling beat 'em up game for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Released in 1989, the game puts players in control of a Prisoner of War with the objective to escape from an enemy military camp. Players will encounter numerous guards and must rely on their combat skills, using punches, kicks, and knife attacks to defeat enemies. Along the way, they can pick up and use various weapons dropped by defeated foes. The game is known for its intense action gameplay and challenging stages.