Ghosts 'n Goblins is a classic side-scrolling action game launched by Capcom in 1985. Players take on the role of knight Arthur, who braves multiple levels and fights all kinds of demons and monsters to rescue Princess Prin-Prin, kidnapped by the demon king Astaroth. The game is famous for its high difficulty, requiring players to overcome complex enemy layouts and strict level design with a limited number of lives. It was first released on arcade platforms, then ported to multiple home consoles including the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Its success spawned numerous sequels such as Ghouls 'n Ghosts and Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts, as well as the spin-off Gargoyle's Quest series. In 2021, Capcom released the latest installment in the franchise, Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection, which revives the classic with modern technology while upholding the series' signature high-difficulty challenges.