Krion Conquest, The

The Krion Conquest is a side-scrolling action platformer for the NES, released in 1991 by Vic Tokai. Set in a colorful fantasy world under attack by an invading robotic force, the game puts you in control of a young witch armed with a magic wand. Her basic shots are useful against the many mechanical enemies and hazards spread throughout each stage, while additional spells give her more ways to handle different situations.

The game follows a familiar run-and-jump structure, with stages filled with platforms, moving obstacles, enemies, and tricky passages. Careful movement matters, especially when dealing with pits and creatures that approach from several directions. The wand’s magic is more than a simple projectile, as different attacks can help clear enemies or make progress through specific parts of a level. Exploring the stages and learning enemy patterns gives the adventure a satisfying rhythm without making it feel overly complicated.

The Krion Conquest is often remembered for its bright presentation and its resemblance to other classic NES action games, while still standing out through its witch-themed setting and spell-based combat. Its controls are straightforward, making it easy to pick up, but the later challenges demand patience and a good sense of timing. With one-player support, it is best enjoyed as a focused solo adventure.

For players who enjoy compact 8-bit platformers with a distinctive visual style, The Krion Conquest offers an appealing blend of fantasy and science-fiction imagery. It remains an interesting Vic Tokai release from the NES era, and RetroCloud gives modern players a convenient way to play online on your browser and revisit its unusual take on action-platforming.