Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: 3DO Interactive Multiplayer
- Developers: Octagon Entertainment
- Publishers: Sanyo
N.O.B. – Neo Organic Bioform (1995)
N.O.B. – Neo Organic Bioform (ネオ・バイオフォーム, Neo Baiofōmu) is a platformer/shoot-’em-up hybrid video game developed by Hudson Soft and released for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive in 1995. The game follows the story of Nob, a genetically engineered bioform, as he fights to save the Earth from an alien invasion.
N.O.B. is known for its unique gameplay, which combines elements of both platformers and shoot-’em-ups. Nob can run, jump, and shoot his way through enemies, and he can also transform into a variety of different forms, each with its own unique abilities. The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique challenges and enemies.
N.O.B. was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered to be one of the best games on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. The game has been praised for its innovative gameplay, its beautiful graphics, and its catchy soundtrack.
Gameplay
N.O.B. is a side-scrolling platformer/shoot-’em-up hybrid. The player controls Nob, a genetically engineered bioform, as he fights to save the Earth from an alien invasion. Nob can run, jump, and shoot his way through enemies, and he can also transform into a variety of different forms, each with its own unique abilities.
The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique challenges and enemies. Some levels are more platform-oriented, while others are more shoot-’em-up-oriented. Nob must use his different forms and abilities to overcome the challenges and defeat the enemies in each level.
Story
The story of N.O.B. is set in the year 2045. The Earth has been invaded by an alien race known as the Bioforms. The Bioforms are a technologically advanced race, and they have quickly overwhelmed the Earth’s defenses.
Nob is a genetically engineered bioform who was created by Dr. Naomi McCleary. Nob is the only one who can stop the Bioforms and save the Earth. Nob must travel to the Bioforms’ home planet and defeat their leader, the Overlord.
Characters
- Nob is the main character of the game. He is a genetically engineered bioform who was created by Dr. Naomi McCleary. Nob is the only one who can stop the Bioforms and save the Earth.
- Dr. Naomi McCleary is a scientist who created Nob. She is a brilliant scientist, and she is determined to stop the Bioforms and save the Earth.
- The Overlord is the leader of the Bioforms. He is a powerful and ruthless alien, and he is determined to conquer the Earth.
Development
N.O.B. was developed by Hudson Soft, a Japanese video game developer. The game was directed by Satoshi Nakai, and it was produced by Yoshio Sakamoto. N.O.B. was released for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive in 1995.
Reception
N.O.B. was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its innovative gameplay, its beautiful graphics, and its catchy soundtrack. N.O.B. was one of the best-selling games on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, and it is still considered to be one of the best games on the system.
Legacy
N.O.B. is a classic Sega Genesis/Mega Drive game. The game is known for its innovative gameplay, its beautiful graphics, and its catchy soundtrack. N.O.B. is a must-play for fans of platformers, shoot-’em-ups, and classic video games.
Conclusion
N.O.B. – Neo Organic Bioform is a unique and innovative game that combines elements of both platformers and shoot-’em-ups. The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique challenges and enemies. Nob must use his different forms and abilities to overcome the challenges and defeat the enemies in each level. N.O.B. is a challenging and rewarding game that is sure to please fans of both platformers and shoot-’em-ups.
Review Score
8/10