Summary
- Release Year: 1989
- Genres: Adventure, Arcade, Sport
- Platforms: Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Rare
- Publishers: LJN Toys
Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1989)
Who Framed Roger Rabbit is a side-scrolling beat ’em up video game developed and published by Capcom for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It is based on the 1988 film of the same name, and was released in Japan in December 1989 and in North America in February 1991.
The player controls Eddie Valiant, a private investigator, who must search for clues to find out who framed Roger Rabbit for murder. The game is set in Toontown, a fictional city inhabited by toons, and features many of the characters from the film, including Jessica Rabbit, Benny the Cab, and Baby Herman.
The gameplay is similar to other side-scrolling beat ’em ups, but with some unique features. For example, Roger Rabbit can be used to attack enemies by jumping on them or throwing objects at them. Eddie can also use various weapons, such as a gun, a wrench, and a baseball bat.
The game was a critical and commercial success, and is considered to be one of the best NES games of all time. It was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and humor.
Gameplay
The player controls Eddie Valiant, a private investigator, who must search for clues to find out who framed Roger Rabbit for murder. The game is set in Toontown, a fictional city inhabited by toons, and features many of the characters from the film, including Jessica Rabbit, Benny the Cab, and Baby Herman.
The gameplay is similar to other side-scrolling beat ’em ups, but with some unique features. For example, Roger Rabbit can be used to attack enemies by jumping on them or throwing objects at them. Eddie can also use various weapons, such as a gun, a wrench, and a baseball bat.
The game is divided into six stages, each with its own unique enemies and challenges. The player must defeat all of the enemies in each stage in order to progress to the next one.
The game also features a number of boss battles, including a battle against Judge Doom, the main antagonist of the film.
Graphics
The graphics in Who Framed Roger Rabbit are some of the best on the NES. The characters are all well-drawn and animated, and the backgrounds are detailed and colorful. The game also makes use of a number of special effects, such as parallax scrolling and scaling sprites.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Who Framed Roger Rabbit is fast-paced and exciting. The player must constantly be on the move, defeating enemies and avoiding obstacles. The game also features a number of puzzles that must be solved in order to progress.
Humor
Who Framed Roger Rabbit is a very funny game. The dialogue is full of witty banter and puns, and the characters are all very charming. The game also features a number of slapstick humor, such as when Roger Rabbit gets hit in the face with a pie.
Conclusion
Who Framed Roger Rabbit is a classic NES game that perfectly captures the magic of the movie. The gameplay is fun and challenging, the graphics are charming, and the humor is top-notch. If you’re a fan of the movie, or just a fan of great games, you should definitely check it out!
Review
Score: 8.5/10
Who Framed Roger Rabbit is a great NES game that is still fun to play today. The graphics are charming, the gameplay is fast-paced and exciting, and the humor is top-notch. If you’re a fan of the movie, or just a fan of great games, you should definitely check it out!
Pros:
- Charming graphics
- Fast-paced and exciting gameplay
- Hilarious humor
- Faithful to the movie
Cons:
- Can be difficult at times
- Short
Review Score
8.5/10
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