Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon

Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon is a side-scrolling beat 'em up for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. In this game, you take on the role of the titular Pretty Soldier, Sailor Moon, and her fellow Sailor Guardians. As you progress through the game's linear stages, you'll battle numerous monsters and minions sent by the evil Queen Beryl and her Dark Kingdom.

Gameplay in Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon involves navigating through each level, confronting waves of enemies with a combination of basic attacks and powerful special moves. While you primarily control Sailor Moon, the game allows you to switch between other Sailor Guardians—Sailor Mercury, Sailor Mars, Sailor Jupiter, and Sailor Venus—at any point. Each Guardian possesses a unique set of normal attacks and a signature magical ability. For instance, Sailor Mars can unleash flames, and Sailor Jupiter summons lightning. Mastering these different abilities and knowing when to deploy them is key to overcoming the varied enemy types and challenging boss encounters that cap off each stage.

The environments you fight through are inspired by the anime, taking you from city streets to mysterious dungeons. Collecting items scattered throughout the levels can restore your health or provide temporary benefits. Using your special attacks drains a meter, so strategic usage is important during tough fights. The story follows the familiar narrative of the Sailor Guardians uncovering a plot to steal energy and transform humans into monsters, all leading up to confrontations with the main antagonists. Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon offers a direct, action-focused experience through its distinct levels and character-switching mechanics.