Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Platform, Shooter
- Platforms: Amiga, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX
- Developers: apex computer productions
Creatures (1990)
Creatures is a side-scrolling platformer video game developed and published by Psygnosis for the Amiga, Atari ST, and DOS. The game was released in 1990 and was a critical and commercial success.
The game’s protagonist is Clyde Radcliff, a Fuzzy Wuzzy who is the only survivor of a demon attack on his colony ship. Clyde must travel through three levels of the game, each consisting of three stages, in order to rescue his friends and defeat the demons.
The gameplay in Creatures is simple but challenging. Clyde can walk, jump, and shoot. He can also collect power-ups that give him new abilities, such as the ability to shoot in different directions or to create platforms.
The game’s graphics are simple but charming. The characters are large and colorful, and the backgrounds are detailed and varied. The game’s music is also excellent, and it helps to create a sense of atmosphere and urgency.
Creatures was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its addictive gameplay, charming graphics, and excellent music. It was also one of the first games to feature a protagonist who was not a human.
Gameplay
Creatures is a side-scrolling platformer game. The player controls Clyde Radcliff, a Fuzzy Wuzzy who must travel through three levels of the game, each consisting of three stages, in order to rescue his friends and defeat the demons.
Clyde can walk, jump, and shoot. He can also collect power-ups that give him new abilities, such as the ability to shoot in different directions or to create platforms.
The game’s levels are varied and challenging. The first level takes place in a forest, the second level takes place in a cave, and the third level takes place in a castle. Each level is filled with enemies and obstacles that Clyde must overcome.
At the end of each level, Clyde must defeat a boss in order to progress. The bosses are large and powerful, and they require Clyde to use all of his skills and abilities to defeat them.
Graphics
The graphics in Creatures are simple but charming. The characters are large and colorful, and the backgrounds are detailed and varied. The game’s art style is reminiscent of classic cartoons, and it gives the game a unique and whimsical look.
Music
The music in Creatures is excellent. The game’s soundtrack is composed of upbeat and catchy tunes that help to create a sense of atmosphere and urgency. The music is also varied, and it changes to match the mood of each level.
Reception
Creatures was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its addictive gameplay, charming graphics, and excellent music. It was also one of the first games to feature a protagonist who was not a human.
Creatures was a groundbreaking game in many ways. It was one of the first games to feature a non-human protagonist, and it was also one of the first games to use a cartoonish art style. The game’s success helped to pave the way for other games that featured non-traditional protagonists and art styles.
Creatures is still considered to be one of the best platformer games ever made. It is a challenging and rewarding game that is sure to please fans of the genre.
Legacy
Creatures has had a lasting impact on the video game industry. The game’s success helped to pave the way for other games that featured non-traditional protagonists and art styles. The game also inspired a number of sequels and spin-offs, including Creatures 2 (1998), Creatures 3 (2002), and Creatures Exodus (2003).
Creatures is a classic platformer game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s charming graphics, excellent music, and addictive gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
7.5/10
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