Summary
- Release Year: 1994
- Genres: Adventure, Platform
- Platforms: Sega CD, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Bits Studios
- Publishers: Sony Imagesoft
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1994): A Classic Horror Action-Adventure
Released in 1994, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is a classic horror action-adventure game based on the 1994 movie remake of Frankenstein. The player takes on the role of the artificial man created by Victor Frankenstein, who, after being rejected by his creator due to his hideous appearance, flees from Victor and swears revenge on him.
The game is played from a third-person perspective, and the player must battle their way through a number of levels, using a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat the monsters that attack them. The player can use a wooden stick, a flaming stick, or a special blue ball attack to defeat enemies. The player can also use a variety of items, such as keys and levers, to solve puzzles and progress through the levels.
The game’s atmosphere is dark and gloomy, and the graphics are suitably creepy. The sound effects and music are also top-notch, and help to create a truly immersive experience.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is simple but effective. The player must battle their way through a number of levels, using a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat the monsters that attack them. The player can use a wooden stick, a flaming stick, or a special blue ball attack to defeat enemies. The player can also use a variety of items, such as keys and levers, to solve puzzles and progress through the levels.
The game’s combat is satisfying, and the player has a variety of options for defeating enemies. The wooden stick is the player’s weakest weapon, but it can be used to set enemies on fire by swinging it at the fire torches located on the walls. The flaming stick is more powerful than the wooden stick, but it can only be used for a limited time before it goes out. The blue ball attack is the player’s most powerful weapon, but it takes some of the player’s life away each time it is used.
The puzzles in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein are simple but clever. The player must use their wits to figure out how to use the items in the environment to progress through the levels. For example, the player may need to use a key to unlock a door, or a lever to open a gate.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein are dark and gloomy, and the character and monster designs are suitably creepy. The game’s environments are also well-designed, and the player will feel like they are truly exploring the dark and dangerous world of Frankenstein’s monster.
The sound effects and music in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein are also top-notch. The sound effects are realistic and immersive, and the music is suitably creepy and atmospheric. The voice acting is also excellent, and the player will feel like they are truly interacting with the characters in the game.
Overall
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is a classic horror action-adventure game that still holds up today. The atmosphere is dark and gloomy, the combat is satisfying, and the puzzles are clever. The graphics and sound are also top-notch, and the player will feel like they are truly exploring the dark and dangerous world of Frankenstein’s monster. If you are a fan of horror games, or classic action-adventure games, then you should definitely check out Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein.
Score: 7/10
Review Score
7/10
