Power Blade is an action-platform game for the Nintendo Entertainment System, combining side-scrolling gameplay with strategic combat mechanics. Released in 1991 and developed by Taito, the game is set in a futuristic world where the player takes on the role of NOVA, a special operative wielding a boomerang-like power blade with the task of restoring the operation of a central computer. As NOVA, players navigate through different sectors, battle a variety of enemies, collect power-ups, and face off challenging bosses to achieve this. The game is appreciated for its engaging gameplay, immersive story, and solid controls.