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| Aladdin | Capcom | 1993 | aladdin apples cave consoleclassix disney giantsnakes movie platformer savepassword | [media=youtube]https://youtu.be/J7Eu_GMX11U[/media]*** [32]***For years Jafar the Sultan's evil advisor has sought a magic treasure-a single lamp that holds the key to the greatest power in the world. With this goal in sight Jafar learns that only one person in the world can claim the magic lamp from the dreaded Cave of Wonders-one whose rags hide a heart that is pure-a diamond in the rough! Join Aladdin and his pet monkey Abu as they race through the marketplace toward their date with destiny. Watch as Jafar tricks our hero and his friend into retrieving the lamp from the dangerous Cave of Wonders. But Aladdin and Abu outwit Jafar releasing the power of a wacky blue Genie! Now Aladdin will have the chance to spoil Jafar's devious plans and win the hand of the beautiful princess Jasmine. But it will take more than magic to make his wishes come true...*** [27]***The Super NES version of Aladdin is vastly different from its Genesis and Game Gear cousins. It's a well-done platformer that generally follows the plot of the movie (with a few extra stages). The only downside is that it is far too easy and most gamers will likely beat it in a day or two. [Jacquismo]***I've always loved Disney platformers, and this one is no exception. The music is great. The graphics look great for a 2-D platformer. The scrolling is as smooth as it can be. The control is nice and responsive. And for a platformer, this is as good as it gets. I played this when I was really young like crazy. This game is great! [Spiez] | labelimagesubject |
| Breath of Fire II | Capcom | 1994 | amnesia amoeboids anuroids arena bellyofawhale bossbattles breathoffire caninoids cave circadiancycle combatmode consoleclassix cooking criticalchance crossbows dragons dragons-western encounters-random ether felinoids fishing forest fusionmode giantinsects harpies hunting initiative lastofakind magic magicrings maleprotagonist mandatoryloss mountain naga orphanprotagonist overworld paletteswapping paulbunyan possessed premadeprotagonist primates ragtaggang rating-esrb-e religion restaurant resting saveram school shopping stash staves supermode swords temple timechange town wasteland whips wiivirtualconsole wingedhumanoids witches xp-kills | Incorporating the same adventuring viewpoint and battle interface that made the original Breath of Fire so popular, Breath of Fire II became an instant favorite among RPG fans when it was released for the Super NES back in 1995. Breath of Fire II features four new fighting formations, which allows for greater control and strategy in battle. Adding even more depth to the series, players can combine their party members with Shamans to create enhanced characters.***Featuring a wide range of characters and personalities and a vast, endless world to explore, Breath of Fire II is the sequel to the original smash-hit role-playing game. In a world set 500 years after the previous installment, in a frontier village known as Gate, the father and sister of a young boy known as Ryu are suddenly abducted. Strangely, all the villagers appear to have completely forgotten everything about the incident, and Ryu has instantly become an orphan. At a church, Ryu meets Bow, another orphan in a similar predicament, and they slip away from town together to begin their adventure. Take advantage of the multiple game-play viewpoints found in the game (such as the quarter-view perspective during battles that made the original game so popular) to use exciting abilities like shaman fusing and dragon transformations and help these two heroes complete their mission.***This is a traditional RPG, and doesn't really do anything drastically different from other games in the genre with the battles. Enemy encounters occur at random while you are walking on the overworld, or when you're going through an area such as a tower or a cave. By looking at your menu, you are able to get a rough idea about how many random battles there are likely to be in the particular area you are in. Though they occur more at some areas than others, there will be many enemies to fight. This can become frustrating, particularly when you are in a confusing area or maze.***Another classic RPG that was butchered by Nintendo during translation. An unofficial translation with improved graphics and cosmetic modifications is being worked on here (they also have a completed German translation): [[link:http://bof2.blogspot.com/]] [cjlee001] | labelimagesubject |
| BlackThorne | Interplay;Virgin;Kemco (Blizzard) | 1994 | actionadventure aimdirlimit bombs cave cinematicplatformer consoleclassix coversystem displacementfiction elevators fallbackweapon falldamage fallimpact firearms fromanotherworld healingitems highbornprotagonist inventory itempickup-normal jumping ladders ledges lowfantasy lutris monsters neutralnpcs noaircontrol orcs potions prison savepassword sciencefantasy serious shotguns slavery stationaryattack subterranean tumbling tutorial unrestrictedviolence walking | After years of awaiting his destiny on Earth, Kyle Blackthorne has finally come home to face the galaxy's most terrifying mutant monsters and goblin hordes. With brute strength, animal cunning and a lead-spewing shotgun he's on a quest to reclaim his once peaceful Planet Tuul. Surrounded by enemies and confronting danger at every turn, Blackthorne's commando training and survival skills are put to the ultimate death-defying test in this brutally savage land. So prepare to enter Blackthorne's world and blast your way through one of the most intense, challenging games ever.*** [45]*** [29]***Very dark game, as you can see on screenshots. Close to 'Flashback' or 'Prince of Persia'. You have to save human beings against orcs that take your race in slavery. | labelimagesubject |
| Donkey Kong Country | Nintendo (Rare) | 1994 | alligators anthroprotagonist bananas butterflies cave characterswitch consoleclassix donkeykong factory firstpartytitle fish forest frog giantinsects giantwasps gorillas jumping jungle lives minecarts parrots primateprotagonist primates rhinoceroses ropeswinging saveram secrets secrets-falling sharks snakes snesclassic subterranean treetoptown tropic tumbling underwater unusualmounts wiivirtualconsole wintery | [100]*** [45]*** [29]*** [27]***While some thought it would never be possible, DONKEY KONG COUNTRY is here for the Super Nintendo in all of its glory. Play as Donkey Kong and his good buddy Diddy Kong as they attempt to reclaim DK's stolen banana hoard from the wicked King K. Rool and his vicious Kremlings.***Donkey Kong Country is an incredible island adventure, and the first game to feature Donkey Kong's sidekick, Diddy Kong . Challenged by the crazed tribe of reptilian Kremlings, the Kongs face their cunning adversaries armed with lightning-quick moves, chest-pounding muscle and awesome aerial acrobatics. The duo also gets help from a host of friends and family, from Funky Kong , Cranky Kong and Candy Kong to Rambi the rhino, Expresso the ostrich, Enguarde the swordfish, Squawks the parrot and Winky the frog. This game has more than 30 levels, plus dozens of hidden caves and secret rooms - more than 100 areas in all. Help the Kongs recover their stolen banana hoard!***Donkey Kong Country hit the SNES with a big impact when it was released back in 1994. That's also when people started recognizing the company 'RAREWARE'. Donkey Kong JR.(from the original Donkey Kong Junior for NES) is on a quest to find his banana hoard stolen by the kremlings. The Original Donkey Kong, which is now Cranky Kong, makes an appearance in this game, and gives you tips and hints(for a fee, of course). You must be wondering,'Why is this game is big? Why did it have a big impact on the SNES?' Simply put, it was revolutionary. It was the first game of its type. It boasts highly advanced graphics for the SNES. RARE, along with POWER ANTIALAS tools, created 3d models, which were then converted into sprites with shading. There are many weather effects, such as rain and snow, and the backgrounds are gorgeous. But the game's graphics really shine in the character's smooth animation. Since they were, to begin with, 3d models, their animation is very smooth and correct. Donkey Kong Country also has unforgettable music. I'm sure the tunes will be stuck in your head all day long. Unlike other games where it seems as if they just plopped random notes down at places, RARE took the time the fine-tune the music, making it very exciting and memorable. Aside from graphics and music, this game also boasts very great gameplay. the controls are easy to master, and they respond instantly at the press of a button. This is very important in later levels, when the challenges become tougher. RARE did a great thing by adding what most games lacked, a map screen! Yes, with the map screen, you can easily travel between levels, replay the ones you like, or just go back and earn 1-ups. Another neat feature is the ability to complete the whole game. By this, I mean RARE has given you tasks in each level you must complete. These tasks are in the form of mini-games. See if you can achieve all 101%(Believe me, it can be quite a challenge)! If you're the type who enjoys playing with other people, then you can select from two different multiplayer modes: Team and Competition. In team mode, one player takes control of Diddy while the other takes control of Donkey Kong. In competition mode, there are two different sets of Kongs, the original and the Kongs wearing the yellow ties(the tie makes a whole difference!). All in all, I would say Donkey Kong Country is a masterpeice. You can easily see how much time and effort RARE put into this game, and they didn't skimp on the detials. Some say this game rivals PSX games, and they're right. This game is still fun and challenging, years after it was released! [Dynamiton] | labelimagesubject |
