Summary
- Release Year: 2000
- Genres: Adventure, Platform
- Platforms: Nintendo 64
- Developers: Epoch
- Publishers: Epoch
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! (2000)
Overview
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is an action game developed by Hudson Soft and published by Bandai for the Nintendo 64. It was released exclusively in Japan on December 8, 2000. The game is based on the popular Japanese manga and anime series Doraemon, and is the third Doraemon game released for the Nintendo 64, following Doraemon: Nobita to Mittsu no Seireiseki and Doraemon 2: Nobita to Hikari no Shinden.
Gameplay
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is an action game in which the player controls Doraemon, a robotic cat from the future, and his friends as they explore a town and complete various missions. The game features a variety of gameplay elements, including exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat.
The player can use Doraemon’s gadgets to help them explore the town and complete missions. These gadgets include the Time Machine, which can be used to travel through time, and the Anywhere Door, which can be used to teleport to different locations. The player can also use Doraemon’s gadgets to attack enemies and solve puzzles.
Story
The story of Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! begins when Nobita, a young boy, uses Doraemon’s Time Machine to travel back to the past. However, Nobita accidentally changes the past, causing the town to become a run-down and polluted place. Doraemon and his friends must now travel through time and fix the past in order to save the town.
Development
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! was developed by Hudson Soft, a Japanese video game developer known for its work on the Bomberman and Mario Party series. The game was directed by Takashi Miike, who is also known for his work on the Yakuza series.
The game was developed using the same engine as Doraemon 2: Nobita to Hikari no Shinden. However, Doraemon 3 features a number of new features and improvements, including a larger world, more characters, and new gadgets.
Reception
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its charming graphics, fun gameplay, and faithful adaptation of the Doraemon manga and anime series. However, the game was also criticized for its repetitive missions and lack of challenge.
Legacy
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is considered to be one of the best Doraemon games released on the Nintendo 64. The game was a commercial success in Japan, and it helped to establish Doraemon as a popular video game franchise.
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! Today
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is still enjoyed by fans of the Doraemon series today. The game is available for purchase on the Wii U Virtual Console.
Conclusion
Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is a charming and fun action game that is sure to appeal to fans of the Doraemon series. The game features a variety of gameplay elements, a compelling story, and faithful adaptation of the Doraemon manga and anime series. If you are a fan of Doraemon, or if you are looking for a fun and challenging action game, then Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is definitely worth checking out.
Review Score
7.5/10
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