Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Adventure, Platform
- Platforms: Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Kemco
- Publishers: Kemco-Seika
The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout: A Looney Tunes Adventure for the NES
Released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is a side-scrolling adventure game starring the iconic Warner Bros. cartoon character, Bugs Bunny. The game was developed by Kemco and published by Atari.
Gameplay
The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is a side-scrolling adventure game where you control Bugs Bunny on a quest to get to his 50th birthday party. Bugs is armed with a mallet that he can swing at various enemies to defeat them, deflect certain projectiles, or destroy bricks. He can also collect hearts to restore his health and carrots for bonus points.
The game is divided into six levels, each with a different theme and set of enemies. At the end of each level, Bugs Bunny must defeat a boss character, which is always another Warner Bros. cartoon character such as Daffy Duck, Sylvester, or the Tasmanian Devil.
Story
The story of The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is simple: Bugs Bunny is turning 50, and he wants to have a big birthday party. However, his friends and fellow Looney Tunes characters are all jealous of Bugs because he gets all the attention. So, they decide to try to stop Bugs from getting to his party.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout are colorful and cartoonish, which is fitting for the game’s theme. The character sprites are large and well-detailed, and the backgrounds are varied and interesting. The game’s music is also catchy and upbeat, and it helps to create a fun and festive atmosphere.
Controls
The controls in The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout are simple and easy to learn. The D-pad is used to move Bugs Bunny around, the A button is used to swing his mallet, and the B button is used to jump. Bugs can also duck by pressing down on the D-pad.
Difficulty
The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is a challenging game, but it is also fair. The levels are well-designed and the enemies are varied and interesting. The boss battles are also challenging, but they are not impossible to defeat.
Overall
The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is a fun and challenging side-scrolling adventure game that is sure to please fans of Bugs Bunny and Looney Tunes. The game’s graphics, sound, and gameplay are all top-notch, and it is sure to provide hours of entertainment.
Tips for Playing
Here are a few tips for playing The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout:
- Make sure to collect as many hearts as you can to restore your health.
- Use your mallet to deflect projectiles and destroy bricks.
- Be careful of the boss characters at the end of each level. They are all tough, but they can be defeated with some patience and skill.
- Have fun! The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is a great game that is sure to provide hours of entertainment.
Trivia
- The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout was the first Bugs Bunny game to be released on the NES.
- The game was originally going to be called Bugs Bunny’s Birthday Party, but the name was changed to The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout to avoid confusion with another Bugs Bunny game that was released around the same time.
- The game features a cameo appearance by Michael Jordan, who was at the peak of his popularity at the time.
- The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout was a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Conclusion
The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout is a classic side-scrolling adventure game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s charming graphics, catchy music, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for fans of Bugs Bunny and Looney Tunes.
Review Score
8/10
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