NES Scheherazade

NES — The Magic of Scheherazade (1989) — the NES release of the Culture Brain action RPG. Standard gray NES cartridge. The label features a dramatic painted fantasy scene — a warrior on horseback battling amid flames and a dark, mystical landscape. A dragon or serpent creature visible in the background. An Arabian palace silhouette on the horizon. "THE MAGIC OF SCHEHERAZADE" in ornate gold and red lettering at the top with a decorative emblem. "CULTURE BRAIN" publisher logo at the bottom. Official Nintendo Seal of Quality. NES-AS-USA. Made in Japan. Cartridge only.

The Magic of Scheherazade (1989) was one of the most unique and underrated RPGs on the NES — an Arabian Nights-themed action RPG that blended real-time overhead combat with turn-based party battles, time travel mechanics, and a rich storyline inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. Culture Brain developed a game that was genuinely ambitious for its era — the combination of action and RPG elements, multiple party members, and a non-Western fantasy setting made it stand apart from everything else on the NES. The game has become a cult favorite among retro RPG enthusiasts who appreciate its creativity and depth. NES RPGs that dared to be different are among the most collectible cartridges in the library. A thousand and one adventures.

NES cartridge. Pre-owned. See photos for condition.