Summary
- Release Year: 1991
- Genres: Arcade, Shooter, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS, Sega Master System/Mark III, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Keith Software, Probe Software
- Publishers: Arena Entertainment, Image Works, Konami, Tec Toy
Back to the Future Part III: A Timeless Adventure on the NES
Released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Back to the Future Part III is an action-adventure game based on the popular film of the same name. Players take control of Marty McFly and Doc Brown as they travel back in time to the Wild West to save Doc’s ancestor, Seamus McFly.
The game is divided into four parts, each of which recreates a different scene from the movie. In the first part, Marty and Doc arrive in 1885 and must rescue Clara Clayton, Doc’s future wife, from the clutches of Buford “Mad Dog” Tannen. In the second part, Marty and Doc must race against time to prevent Seamus from being killed by Buford’s gang. In the third part, Marty and Doc must hijack a train in order to escape from Buford and his henchmen. And in the fourth and final part, Marty and Doc must use the DeLorean time machine to return to the present day.
Back to the Future Part III is a challenging but rewarding game that captures the spirit of the movie perfectly. The graphics are simple but effective, and the gameplay is varied and engaging. Fans of the movie will appreciate the game’s faithful recreation of the film’s story and characters, and newcomers to the series will find a fun and challenging adventure game.
Gameplay
Back to the Future Part III is a side-scrolling action-adventure game. Players control Marty or Doc as they explore the Wild West, solving puzzles and fighting enemies. The game features a variety of weapons and items that can be used to defeat enemies and progress through the game.
One of the unique features of Back to the Future Part III is its first-person shooting gallery sections. In these sections, players control Marty or Doc as they shoot at targets with a variety of weapons. The shooting gallery sections are a fun and challenging way to break up the side-scrolling action.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Back to the Future Part III are simple but effective. The game’s characters and environments are all rendered in a colorful and cartoony style that captures the look of the movie. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, featuring a variety of catchy tunes that perfectly capture the atmosphere of the Wild West.
Story
Back to the Future Part III follows the story of the movie of the same name. Marty McFly and Doc Brown travel back in time to 1885 to save Doc’s ancestor, Seamus McFly. Along the way, they must contend with Buford “Mad Dog” Tannen and his gang of outlaws.
The game’s story is faithful to the movie, and it features all of the main characters from the film. Fans of the movie will appreciate the game’s accurate recreation of the film’s story and characters.
Overall
Back to the Future Part III is a fun and challenging action-adventure game that perfectly captures the spirit of the movie. The game’s simple but effective graphics, catchy soundtrack, and faithful recreation of the film’s story and characters make it a must-play for fans of the movie and newcomers to the series alike.
Review Score
7/10
Pros
- Faithful recreation of the movie’s story and characters
- Varied and engaging gameplay
- Fun and challenging shooting gallery sections
- Excellent soundtrack
Cons
- Simple graphics
- Some of the puzzles can be difficult to solve
- The game can be challenging at times
Recommendation
Back to the Future Part III is a great choice for fans of the movie and action-adventure games in general. The game’s simple but effective graphics, catchy soundtrack, and faithful recreation of the film’s story and characters make it a must-play for fans of the movie and newcomers to the series alike.
Review Score
7/10
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