Sunday, 27 September 2026

Danan: The Jungle Fighter (Sega Master System review)

Developer: Whiteboard
Publisher: Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
Released: 1991

Danan: The Jungle Fighter is an action game that's exclusive to the Sega Master System.

+ Layouts encourage you to explore the depths, and having only one life until obtaining an Elixer adds a survival aspect.

+ Nice scenic variety with lush jungles, a swimming area reminiscent of Jungle Hunt (1982, Arcade), and even a battleship.

+ Boss battles are enjoyable and many foes look similar to those in Castlevania (1986, NES) or Ninja Gaiden (1988, NES).

+ Has an intriguing story, as well as cut-scenes to tie everything together, and the high-energy music complements the action.

- Danan's knife attack has a painfully short reach, and the awful collision detection can result in damage from a foot away.

- Special animal abilities have little practical use and the stage design doesn't really give you a reason to use the Eagle.

- Gameplay poses minimal challenge, and with only four levels on offer you'll likely be seeing the end credits rather quickly.


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