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| |  | Nintendo (Original) | Home » » » Friday the 13th | | | | | | | Description: | | Friday the 13th is an action game for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), and is regarded as a cult classic among video game fans. Though the game is based off the of film series of the same name, you wouldn’t know it… You play as one of several camp counselors who must try and defeat Jason before he kills any of the other camp counselors or campers! A timer will appear that tells you how much time you have before Jason kills somebody. On top of having to worry about Jason, you’ll have to deal with zombies, wolves, and crows, none of which were in any of the movies… Collectors should definitely check out this title, as it has acquired quite a reputation over the internet. | | | Features: | |
• Battle Jason and other blood thirsty ghouls as you try to save the campers
• Gather weapons hidden in the campgrounds
• Save 6 camp counselor before you battle Jason
• 3 screens: map screen, side view screen and interior screen
• For 1 player
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Weight:
| 0.5 pounds | | Package Length:
| 5.3 inches | | Package Width:
| 4.7 inches | | Package Height:
| 0.7 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.2 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 23 reviews |
| | | Game Information: | | | Platform:
| Nintendo NES | | Media:
| Video Game | | Item Quantity:
| 1 |
| | | | Customer Reviews: | |
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5 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 The closest you'll ever get to an encounter with JasonFeb 03, 2006
By K. Cope
"Kcope"
What keeps Nintendo games popular is their charm. Friday the 13th on the NES is no exception. The idea of playing a Nintendo game where you battle the most iconic monster from the 80's is just plain awesome. If you read reviews elsewhere of this game, most people hate it. They say it is too frustrating and practically impossible to beat. But, if you stop and think about it, there are plenty of classic Nintendo games that are next to impossible to beat. (Ninja Gaiden, Contra and Super C come to mind.) But if you give Friday, the same patience as these classics, you'll find just how much fun the game is.
You start out with 6 counselors and one direction: "Light the fireplaces with the torch". The fireplaces are found in the large cabins. After you kill some zombies, (the rocks are effective as long as you duck when you throw) get the lighter and start lighting fireplaces, notes begin to appear. If you follow these notes and do what they say, you'll receive the most powerful weapon in the game.
However, during this time Jason constantly pops up and tries to attack everyone in the camp, counselors and children included. You must rush to their rescue otherwise Jason will kill them. Once your friends or the kids are dead, the game ends.
This game is sufficiently scary. The cabin explorations scenes are pretty creepy at night with spine tingling music added to up the scare factor. The first time I encountered Jason in a cabin, I actually jumped. But the attacks don't stop there. Jason will attack you on the path, in the woods, and on the lake. As a fan of the Friday movies, you'll realize just how close the game follows the movies.
At first glance the game may appear frustrating, but as you play it more, you realize just how strategic of a game it actually is. You must use all the counselors together to help defeat Jason. You need to have a plan to beat him. It's not just a hack and slash type game.
Friday the 13th is my favorite game for the NES. If you're a fan of the movies, you'll probably like it. If you hate the Friday's, then you probably won't like it. I think it's a classic NES game and would rank it right at the top.
5 of 6 found the following review helpful:
The hardest game for the regular Nintendo but.......Apr 03, 2003
By S. Schofield
"moviefreak1980"
it's so fun to play.I've never been able to beat Jason,but it's fun.Jason is as hard to kill in this game as he is in the films.You have to save the childern and your follow counselors before Jason does them in.Alot of people don't like this game,for the fact you can't beat it.Well I can't beat it and I still love it.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Set Record StraightDec 21, 2008
By NATON
"ndep22"
Throw the manual away on this one. This game has a lot of moving parts. confusing at first. Worst part about this game is that the good weapons are really hard to get, and sometimes not worth the time wasted trying to get them. And those pesky kids at the lake won't quit crying!! But you gotta take care of them or else a short game will end. Weapons: The rock and Torch are the only weapons that will hurt Jason in the water. The Torch is the hardest weapon to get. It can be obtained in the very first round if you work hard for it. Here's how you get it.....maybe next time I'll tell you. Ha! The Pitchfork is the best weapon hands down. You get it after defeating Jason's Mom in the cave, in the third round. Jason's Mom in the third round is very,very Violent=No push over!! Don't lose the pitchfork after you earn it, by jumping around carelessly in your travels. The pesky kids won't quit crying. Use counselor 'Mark' for his super boating skills to get to the kids when time is short. Items: The sweater you get after defeating Jason's Mom in the second round. It only lessens damage Jason inflicts on your armorless body, and of course it's a Neon sweater. Oh,forgot to tell you that Jason's Mom is tougher and faster in the second round. The flashlight is a usefull item to have as you navigate the Cave. It however does takes a lot of work to get it. Avoid the woods in the south as there is nothing of value to be had there. The endless challenges of this game make it a Favorite.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
A wonderful classic game for the NESOct 05, 2008
By Michael Zack
I remember when this game was brand new. It came out around the same time as Nightmare on Elm Street game, which truly sucked. I think Nintendo wanted to explore the gaming possibilities like perspective and battles with this game, because the player got a lot of difficult challenges.
Pros:
- Jason was very difficult to fight because of the differing perspectives. When he appeared on the side scrolling screen, all you could do is dodge his attacks and counter-attack till he runs away. And when he's in the cabins, it takes careful dodging and counter-attacks. Not that easy, but it is possible. It's a lot easier with the pitchfork, of course.
- Hidden enemies like Jason's mom
- A lot of areas to explore
- Actually getting lost in the forest and caves! I never got lost in a side-scrolling game before. Bravo to Nintendo for that one!
- Music wasn't that bad, for a Nintendo game
- Being able to transfer weapons to the weaker and slower counselors makes survival almost possible :-)
Cons
- The sudden shift from side-scrolling to a 3rd person perspective in the cabins, and fight against Jason's mom is very annoying. It takes awhile to get used to, and seems almost unnecessary at times.
- Jason's ability to jump from one side of the screen to another at will.
Not too many cons, I know. But I'm bias. It's a good game which I recommend.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
One of the Best Games Ever Made.Sep 24, 2008
By Kenneth G. Lambert
I got this game when it was still on the shelf for $50. It was one of the best games ever. I was probably nine years old. I played it recently and it's still as fun as it was. I was able to beat the entire game when I was a kid, so I know for a fact it's not impossible to beat. It's the only game that would startle me enough to make me drop the controller. Even the box cover is creepy. You won't regret buying this classic.
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