Mel The Midget Ninja

You control Mel, a small ninja, navigating a series of single-screen levels. The core action involves running and jumping across platforms while using your sword to defeat enemies, often by timing your strikes as you pass them. Your main goal is to reach the exit door in each stage, but you also need to collect a set number of coins scattered around the environment. The controls are direct, and the challenge comes from avoiding hazards and managing your jumps precisely. It feels like a quick, focused test of basic platforming reflexes.