Jade Mirror Romance

Flowers in the Mirror (Jinghua Yuan) is a run-and-gun shooter game adapted from the classic novel by Li Ruzhen. Players control a hero traveling through fantastical lands inspired by the story, battling bosses, enemies, and obstacles in a linear or semi-linear progression. The game emphasizes action-packed shooting mechanics, collecting power-ups, and navigating themed levels representing countries like the Daughter Country or Kingdom of Gentlemen. It stands out as an early unlicensed Chinese NES title with unique artwork blending Chinese mythology and adventure, offering a faithful yet simplified adaptation of the epic tale. Gameplay features shooting and platforming elements, with multiple stages and power progression.