Athena is a foundational action-adventure title from SNK, originally a 1986 arcade hit before being ported to the Famicom. The game stars Princess Athena, who ventures into the 'Fantasy World' out of pure curiosity and boredom. Starting with only a basic bikini and her fists, Athena must collect weapons and armor from defeated enemies to survive. The game features a deep equipment system for its time, including clubs, swords, bows, and shields. With its diverse environments ranging from underwater caves to fiery mountains, Athena offers a challenging experience that blends platforming with light RPG elements.