Esper Dream (Japan) (Rev 1) (Wii and Wii U Virtual Console)

Getting started: When you boot Esper Dream, you'll see a title screen followed by a menu in Japanese. Immediately press Start to begin, then Select to choose options like continuing a saved game or starting fresh. The first area is a simple tutorial-like room where you can learn movement and combat. Walk around with the D-Pad and use the S key to attack with your gun or project a psychic blast. The core loop involves exploring a top-down overworld, entering dungeons, and fighting enemies in real time. Because this is a Japanese-only title with no fan translation, you'll need to remember menu positions - for instance, the first option is usually "New Game" and the second is "Continue". If you get stuck, pay attention to visual cues and the pattern of enemy placement, as the game doesn't rely heavily on text commands once you're in the action.