Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Adventure, Shooter
- Platforms: DOS
- Developers: Millennium Media Group
- Publishers: Deep River Publishing
H.U.R.L.: The Nonviolent FPS That’s Actually Fun
Released in 1995, H.U.R.L. (short for Hardcore Ultimate Radical Litterbugs) is a nonviolent first-person shooter (FPS) game that was developed and published by Deep River Publishing. It was later re-released as Slob Zone 3D, and then translated to German and released as Blob Schlammschlacht 3D (“Blob Mudfight 3D”).
H.U.R.L. is set in a world where the Hardcore Union of Radical Litterbugs (H.U.R.L.) has taken over and stolen all of the world’s clean underwear. The player takes on the role of a brave hero who must travel through ten increasingly messy levels to defeat the H.U.R.L. and retrieve the stolen underwear.
Along the way, the player will encounter a variety of oversized, trash-throwing animals, including frogs, cats, and even a giant baby. The player must use a variety of weapons, including soap, water balloons, and deodorant, to defeat the animals and clean up the mess they’ve made.
H.U.R.L. is a unique and charming game that’s perfect for kids. It’s got quirky humor, colorful graphics, and an important message about keeping our planet clean.
Gameplay
H.U.R.L. is a first-person shooter game in which the player must navigate through ten increasingly messy levels, defeating oversized animals and cleaning up trash. The player is armed with a variety of weapons, including soap, water balloons, and deodorant, which can be used to stun or defeat the animals.
The player must also be careful to avoid getting hit by the animals’ trash, which can make the player dirty. If the player gets too dirty, they will lose the level and have to start over.
Levels
The ten levels of H.U.R.L. are all unique and challenging. The player will travel through a variety of environments, including a park, a school, and a nightclub. Each level is filled with different types of animals and trash, and the player must use different strategies to defeat them and clean up the mess.
Weapons
The player is armed with a variety of weapons in H.U.R.L., including soap, water balloons, and deodorant. Soap can be used to stun the animals, while water balloons can be used to knock them down. Deodorant can be used to create a slippery surface that the animals will slide on.
The player can also collect power-ups that will give them temporary invincibility or allow them to shoot multiple projectiles at once.
Enemies
The player will encounter a variety of enemies in H.U.R.L., including frogs, cats, and even a giant baby. Each type of enemy has its own unique攻击方式, and the player must use different strategies to defeat them.
For example, frogs can be defeated by shooting them with soap, while cats can be defeated by shooting them with water balloons. The giant baby is the final boss of the game, and it can only be defeated by shooting it with deodorant.
Graphics
The graphics in H.U.R.L. are colorful and cartoony. The game’s world is full of bright colors and whimsical characters. The animals are all well-animated, and the environments are detailed and varied.
Sound
The sound in H.U.R.L. is excellent. The game’s music is catchy and upbeat, and the sound effects are realistic and immersive. The voice acting is also top-notch, with each character having their own unique voice and personality.
Overall
H.U.R.L. is a unique and charming game that’s perfect for kids. It’s got quirky humor, colorful graphics, and an important message about keeping our planet clean. If you’re looking for a fun and educational game for your child, then H.U.R.L. is definitely worth checking out.
Additional Information
- H.U.R.L. was developed by a small team of just three people.
- The game was originally going to be called “Bob the Slob,” but the name was changed to H.U.R.L. to make it more appealing to a wider audience.
- H.U.R.L. was a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
- The game was praised for its innovative gameplay, charming graphics, and positive message.
- H.U.R.L. is still considered to be one of the best nonviolent video games ever made.
Review Score
7/10
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