Rygar is an action-adventure video game for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) developed and published by Tecmo in 1987. The game blends platforming and role-playing elements as players control the titular character, Rygar, a warrior who embarks on a quest to defeat an evil king and bring peace back to his homeland. Rygar is known for his signature weapon, the Diskarmor, a shield with a long chain attached. The game's vast world, non-linear gameplay, challenging enemies, and RPG elements such as upgrading abilities make it a classic and iconic NES game.