Virtual Console No-Shows – Devil World (NES)

95. Devil World (NES, Nintendo)

Brief Synopsis – Shigeru Miyamoto’s stab at a maze arcade game, you control the adorable Tamagon, who must collect crosses to gain the ability to spit fire and combat the Devil’s forces.  After the first wave, you need to collect four bibles and unleash a seal to force the Devil off, but while you do these tasks the Devil forces the maze to move around in an attempt to crush Tamagon.

Why is it Missing? – It’s never landed here in American shores.  Any guesses why? :p  Seriously though, I think Nintendo of America is frightened of the religious mechanics in the game and have no plans on releasing it here.  Ever.  Shame, too, as it’s a clever take on the genre from what I can tell.  Europe and Japan do have the game on their VC service, too, which adds to the frustration.

Other (Legal) Options – Alas, there is not one in America barring importing hardware and software from other regions.