Friday the 13th
Friday the 13th is a horror-themed action game based on the popular film franchise, developed by Pack-In-Video and published by LJN for the NES. Players control camp counselors as they explore Camp Crystal Lake, searching for missing children while avoiding the infamous Jason Voorhees. The game combines overhead exploration with side-scrolling combat sequences.
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About This Game
The game features a day-night cycle where Jason becomes more aggressive at night, creating a tense survival horror atmosphere.
Players can switch between multiple counselors with different stats, and must manage limited resources like weapons and health items.
Notorious for its difficulty and cryptic objectives, the game has gained a cult following among NES enthusiasts.
While criticized upon release, it's remembered as one of the earliest attempts at translating horror movie tension into video game form.
