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Syd of Valis

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Also known as
SD Valis SDヴァリス

Control Yuko as she wields a magical sword in this side-scrolling platformer, battling through the dreamworld Vekanti.

Syd of Valis (SD Valis) was released for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive in 1992, the same year as its original release on that platform.

About Syd of Valis

Syd of Valis is an action platformer where the player controls a teenage schoolgirl named Yuko, known as Syd in some regions. Her quest involves journeying to the dreamworld of Vekanti to confront a malevolent force, utilizing a magical sword called the sword of Valis.

The side scrolling gameplay involves navigating environments by running and jumping past obstacles while engaging enemies with melee attacks. This version presents a simplified experience compared to its source material, Valis II, featuring a more accessible visual style with a Super Deformed aesthetic.

Throughout the adventure, various collectible power ups can be found, including different weapons and types of armor. These items can be equipped at any point, allowing for on the fly adjustments to the character's capabilities.

Syd of Valis Screenshots

10 images
Opening cinematic
Opening story
Title screen
Starting location
I need to shoot the enemies.
This is the screen where, when I get them, I can equip different weapons or armor.
I may need to shoot up to hit these...
...or I can use the super blast that kills everything on screen.
I ran out of energy and died.
I lost all my lives and game is over (and still in Japanese).