Cadash (Arcade)

Cadash
Developer: Taito Publisher: Taito Platform: Arcade (Asuka hardware) Released internationally: 1989 This game has debugging material. This game has a hidden level select.

An early attempt at a platform RPG with some very nice graphics for its time. The cabinets could also be networked, allowing for up to four players at once.

To do: The Japanese version has a secret room and features not in international releases. https://legendsoflocalization.com/the-secret-japan-only-developer-messages-in-cadash-their-pop-culture-references/

Debug Mode

After booting the game, hold the service switch and reset the game. Afterward, a service SW error screen should appear. At this point, press Start x 3, Service, then Start, and the game should proceed as normal. After inserting credits and selecting your character(s), you will then be greeted with a level select. You can see a level number and scroll layer position info.

After selecting a level, you can then choose the amount of gold, the amount of experience, and which key items to start off with for each player.