Faxanadu NES
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Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £36.96 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £36.96 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £36.96 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £34.10 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-04-01 | £34.20 | £16.15 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £35.71 | £16.15 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £35.50 | £16.15 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-29 | £36.05 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-28 | £36.05 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-27 | £36.20 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-26 | £36.20 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £33.55 | £15.99 | £79.74 | 10 |
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Game History
Faxanadu is a side-scrolling action-RPG developed by Hudson Soft and published by Hudson Soft in Japan and FCI (Fujisankei Communications International) in North America. The game was created as a spiritual successor to the MSX computer game Xanadu, though it features original gameplay and a completely different setting despite sharing thematic elements.
Faxanadu was first released in Japan on December 18, 1987, for the Famicom console. The North American NES release followed on April 1988. The game's development took advantage of the NES's technical capabilities to deliver a more visually polished experience than its MSX predecessor, with enhanced graphics and a more accessible design for console audiences.
Upon launch, Faxanadu received moderate critical attention. Reviewers praised its atmospheric setting, engaging exploration mechanics, and the blend of action and RPG elements, though some found the difficulty curve unforgiving. Commercially, the game performed modestly in North America but was notably successful in Japan, establishing a loyal fanbase despite never reaching mainstream blockbuster status.
Today, Faxanadu holds significance in retro gaming circles primarily due to its relative rarity and unique position in the NES library. Its atmospheric world design, featuring a decaying fantasy landscape, has aged well and influenced later indie games. The game's challenging gameplay and exploration-focused design have earned it respect among hardcore retro enthusiasts who appreciate its deviation from typical action platformers of the era.
Collecting Faxanadu can be costly, as original cartridges command premium prices due to limited production runs. The game has become increasingly sought after by NES collectors, particularly in mint condition or with original box and documentation. Its cult status has only grown with the retro gaming revival of recent decades, with emulation and the NES Classic Edition introducing the game to new audiences who might have missed it during its original commercial run.