Demon's Crest

Demon's Crest is a side-scrolling action-platformer developed by Capcom for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Gameplay combines precise platforming, combat against hordes of demonic enemies, and RPG elements where collecting magical crests grants Firebrand new forms and abilities such as flight and elemental attacks. Players progress through Demon Realm stages, facing bosses like Somulo and Hippogriff while avoiding traps and navigating hidden areas for multiple endings. The story follows hero Firebrand, a red demon from the Ghosts 'n Goblins series, who gathers five of six elemental crests but is betrayed by Phalanx, who steals them and rules as a tyrant. Standout features include Capcom's signature challenging difficulty, dark gothic atmosphere, and inventive power-ups that blend platforming with light RPG progression.