Crescent Sword (Xin Yue Jian Hen) is a Wuxia RPG based on the 2005 PC classic, adapted for the NES by Nanjing Technology. Players follow Prince Li Yao during his 'Imperial Trial' in the kingdom of Yuan. The game features a 'Parallel Plot' system that encourages multiple playthroughs to uncover the full story. A deep 'Affinity' system tracks how female characters feel about the protagonist, leading to multiple endings. With a real-time day/night cycle and complex skill trees, it offers one of the most sophisticated RPG experiences on the 8-bit console.