Summary
- Release Year: 1992
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Nintendo 64, Satellaview, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: KID
- Publishers: Athena, Technos Japan
Super Bowling (1992) Review
Super Bowling is a third-person bowling game developed and published by Hudson Soft for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1992. The game features a variety of different bowling modes, including single-player, multiplayer, and tournament modes. Players can choose to bowl in a variety of different environments, which range from ice ponds to neon-lit Chinese temples.
One of the unique features of Super Bowling is its cast of characters. Each character has their own unique bowling style and abilities. For example, one character can throw a curveball, while another character can throw a fastball. Players can face-off against these characters in their home stages, much like a fighting game. If the player wins, they can then play on these stages in other play modes.
Super Bowling also features a number of different multiplayer modes. Players can compete against each other in head-to-head matches, or they can team up to take on the computer in cooperative mode. There are also a number of different variations on the basic bowling game, such as “Strike Zone” mode, in which players must hit specific targets on the pins in order to score points.
Super Bowling was released to positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fun and challenging gameplay, as well as its unique cast of characters and stages. Super Bowling was also a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Gameplay
Super Bowling is a third-person bowling game. Players control their character from behind, and they must aim and throw the ball at the pins. The game features a variety of different bowling modes, including:
- Single-player mode: In single-player mode, players can compete against the computer in a variety of different matches. Players can choose to play on a variety of different stages, and they can choose to play against a variety of different opponents.
- Multiplayer mode: In multiplayer mode, players can compete against each other in head-to-head matches, or they can team up to take on the computer in cooperative mode. There are also a number of different variations on the basic bowling game, such as “Strike Zone” mode, in which players must hit specific targets on the pins in order to score points.
- Tournament mode: In tournament mode, players compete against each other in a single-elimination tournament. The winner of the tournament is the player who wins the most matches.
Super Bowling features a variety of different bowling balls, each with its own unique properties. Players can choose to use a variety of different bowling techniques, such as the straight ball, the hook ball, and the curveball. Players can also use a variety of different power-ups, such as the speed boost and the accuracy boost.
Characters
Super Bowling features a cast of eight different characters, each with their own unique bowling style and abilities. The characters are:
- Billy: A young boy who is the son of a professional bowler. Billy is a skilled bowler, and he is able to throw a variety of different types of balls.
- Sue: A young girl who is Billy’s best friend. Sue is a natural athlete, and she is able to bowl with great accuracy.
- Mr. Smith: A retired professional bowler who is Billy’s mentor. Mr. Smith is a wise and experienced bowler, and he is able to teach Billy a variety of different bowling techniques.
- Mrs. Smith: Mr. Smith’s wife. Mrs. Smith is a skilled bowler in her own right, and she is able to give Billy valuable advice.
- Dr. Bomb: A mad scientist who has created a variety of different bowling balls. Dr. Bomb’s bowling balls have a variety of different effects, such as the ability to explode or to home in on the pins.
- Princess: A beautiful princess who is kidnapped by Dr. Bomb. Princess is a skilled bowler, and she is able to use her bowling skills to escape from Dr. Bomb’s clutches.
- Ninja: A mysterious ninja who is Dr. Bomb’s henchman. Ninja is a skilled bowler, and he is able to use his ninja skills to sabotage Billy’s bowling game.
- King: The king of the bowling world. King is a skilled bowler, and he is the final boss of the game.
Stages
Super Bowling features a variety of different bowling stages, each with its own unique look and feel. The stages are:
- Bowling Alley: A traditional bowling alley.
- Ice Pond: A frozen pond.
- Neon Temple: A neon-lit Chinese temple.
- Pirate Ship: A pirate ship.
- Space Station: A space station.
- Dr. Bomb’s Lab: Dr. Bomb’s secret laboratory.
- King’s Castle: The king’s castle.
Each stage has its own unique set of challenges. For example, the Ice Pond stage is slippery, and the Neon Temple stage is filled with obstacles. Players must adapt their bowling style to each stage in order to succeed.
Reception
Super Bowling was released to positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fun and challenging gameplay, as well as its unique cast of characters and stages. Super Bowling was also a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Super Bowling was one of the first bowling games to be released on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. The game was praised for its innovative gameplay and its unique cast of characters. Super Bowling is still considered to be one of the best bowling games ever made.
Legacy
Super Bowling has had a lasting impact on the bowling game genre. The game’s unique cast of characters and stages have been featured in other bowling games, and the game’s gameplay has been used as a template for many other bowling games. Super Bowling is still considered to be one of the best bowling games ever made, and it continues to be enjoyed by gamers of all ages.
Review Score
8/10
