Kid Icarus (Hikari Shinwa: Palutena no Kagami) is a legendary action-platformer by Nintendo. This version, featuring a localization by the MS group, follows the angel Pit on a mission to rescue the Goddess Palutena from the underworld queen Medusa. The game uniquely blends vertical and horizontal scrolling stages with RPG-like progression and diverse weapon upgrades. Known for its challenging difficulty, inventive level design, and iconic soundtrack, Kid Icarus remains a cornerstone of Nintendo’s 8-bit library and a must-play for fans of hybrid action-adventure titles.