Dynasty Wars

Originating in the arcades, Dynasty Wars is a beat-em-up set during the Three Kingdoms Era of the Chinese history, and is, more specifically, based on the Tenchi o Kurau manga adaptation of the story. The player adopts the identity of an ancient Chinese warrior, and riding on horseback has to eliminate all his opponents, mostly infantry and archers.

The year is 184 AD. The Han Dynasty has been overthrown by rebellious warlords who are ravaging the countryside. Violence is the only language spoken now. and the sword has silenced any opposition. All of China is in a state of turmoil as the situationseems hopeless for the people...