Hydlide: all version differences
5 documented differences between the releases of Hydlide, each with a source. Back to the main page for names, releases and where to play.
Category × version
| Category | Famicom (Hydlide Special) | NES (NA) | Sharp X1 | FM-7 | MSX (ROM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Title | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gameplay | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Difficulty | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Version differences
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ContentFamicom (Hydlide Special)
The Famicom version adds Hydlide II-style magic, uses music from Hydlide II and includes a hidden character chosen from reader submissions.1
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TitleNES (NA)
The North American NES release drops "Special" from the title, removes the Toshiba EMI credit from the title screen and relabels the password field from "Password" to "Input".2
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GameplaySharp X1
The X1 version scrolls in four directions, removes the Dragon, Octopus and Goblin and adds a Wisp; with scrolling, enemies can no longer be dodged by moving to another screen.1
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DifficultyFM-7
The FM-7 port rebalances the difficulty with safe zones and more experience per fight, and adds hidden characters.1
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GameplayMSX (ROM)
The MSX cartridge adds password saves and five speed settings, removes the Octopus and Goblin and turns the Black Armor into Green Armor.1
Sources
Checked: 2026-10-13