Summary
- Release Year: 1992
- Genres: Platform, Puzzle
- Platforms: Amiga, DOS, Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Game Gear, Sega Master System/Mark III, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Audiogenic, Fox Williams
- Publishers: Acclaim Entertainment, Playtronic, Tec Toy, Virgin Games USA
Krusty’s Fun House (1992)
Introduction
Krusty the Clown’s Fun House is a puzzle game released for the NES in 1992. The game is based on the popular animated TV show The Simpsons, and features Krusty the Clown as the main character. In the game, Krusty’s Fun House has been overrun by rats, and Krusty must use his wits to herd the rats into trap machines to clear them out.
Gameplay
Krusty’s Fun House is a single-screen puzzle game. The player controls Krusty as he moves around the screen, pushing blocks, operating fans, and assembling pipes to create pathways for the rats to follow. The goal of each level is to herd all of the rats into the trap machines.
The game features a variety of different obstacles that Krusty must overcome, including spikes, pits, and moving platforms. Krusty can also collect power-ups that give him special abilities, such as the ability to move faster or to push heavier objects.
Levels
Krusty’s Fun House features a total of 100 levels, each with its own unique layout and challenges. The levels are divided into four different worlds: the Fun House, the Sewer, the Roof, and the Attic. Each world has its own unique set of obstacles and enemies.
Graphics and Sound
Krusty’s Fun House features colorful and detailed graphics that are faithful to the look of the TV show. The game’s soundtrack is also catchy and memorable.
Reception
Krusty’s Fun House was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its fun and challenging gameplay, as well as its faithfulness to the TV show. Krusty’s Fun House was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Krusty’s Fun House is considered to be one of the best puzzle games on the NES. The game’s legacy is still felt today, as it has been cited as an inspiration for many other puzzle games, including the popular mobile game Angry Birds.
Tips and Tricks
Here are a few tips and tricks for playing Krusty’s Fun House:
- Use the fans to your advantage. Fans can be used to blow rats in the direction you want them to go.
- Be careful not to push the rats into spikes or pits.
- Collect power-ups to give Krusty special abilities.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment with different solutions to each level.
Conclusion
Krusty’s Fun House is a fun and challenging puzzle game that’s perfect for fans of Krusty the Clown and puzzle games alike. The game’s colorful graphics, catchy soundtrack, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for NES fans.
Review Score
7/10
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