Tiny Toon Adventures

This is another of my favorite licensed games of all time as well as games for the NES. As you can guess I'm a fan of "Tiny Toon Adventures" as it's one of my favorite animated shows, it was one of the big ones that was the kickoff of the 90's. And of course, from its popularity you know that a video game adaptation is inevitable. Thankfully the franchise is in the right hands which is "Konami" which have made plenty of great licensed game titles and this game is thankfully one of them.

The plotline is much like any Tiny Toons plot, Montana Max he kidnaps Babs (yeah, I know damsel in distress cliche trope but since it's "Tiny Toons" I don't mind) but also is trying to take control of all of Acme Acres with the help of the rival school and other scum on his payroll; and it's up to Buster and his Tiny Toon gang to save both Babs and Acme Acres from Max's evil clutches.

That's all it in a nutshell it's a pretty basic plotline but it fits and feels like a plot that could have made a good episode saga for the show. But what's really important is in the action which in Acme Loonavercity standards, I'd say gets a passing grade.

I really like the graphical presentation, it's all well detailed and colored. From the background down to the characters themselves and their expressions. It all gives you the feel of playing and being in the world of the show itself. Each of the levels are unique and have different themes which also is true to the spirt of the show as it was a skit comedy by its nature. You have plenty of colorful unique enemies and bosses.

Control is solid though just a little loose sometimes but not by much. And the gameplay is solid, it's slightly similar to "Super Mario Bros 3" with its techniques. This game's not reinventing the wheel here but it's really just gressing it up to keep it going and up to speed. The difficulty in the game is moderate, it's not too hard but not that easy as there are some tricky spots in the game that could take practice to get through.

But what's unique about the game is that you can switch up on characters much like in the NES game "G. I. JOE" (game I reviewed). Your assign yourself two out of the three Tiny Toon roster to pick whom each have their strengths and weaknesses whichever works best for the level.

From Plucky Duck whom is able to flap when jumping high, the flap function which will control your rate of decent. Dizzy Devil who is the fastest of the bunch as he can make himself into a cyclone increasing speed and even strength as he can break through walls, though makes it hard to slow down. Furball he can climb walls with his claws like "Spider Man".

And of course, my main man Buster Bunny, I love playing him not just the fact he's my favorite character of the show but is the most balanced. You have the regular speed like any other platform action character, but your can pick up your speed by of course pressing the B button and forward which of course builds momentum and yeah your pretty much playing Mario only it's Buster Bunny with the same functions, but it works fine all the same. And I just like seeing how his feet just go up and down when he jumps and lands on an enemy.

To switch the characters, you must get to a star balloon and pop it you are able to switch to one of the other characters and play as that character. However, there is a catch as the star balloons are a little far in between the levels which means you can switch up when you want to. This gives the game a small element of strategy as you have to think up things before you decide to pop that balloon, whether the character your playing still works for the level or you need to make the switch to clear certain parts of the level.

Another thing I like in the game is there are sometimes secret places and areas to uncover which make this more than just going from point A to B. This I wouldn't say is anything special but it's just cool all the same and gives the game a bit of replay value just to see if you can uncover and find more of those areas.

The other highlight is the music as usual Konami is just never short of memorable video game tracks. Some are of course personal favorites of mine, from the first level which is of course the theme song of the TV show but it's cool as it's the NES version of it and it just sound great all the same. Another is on the third level which I always thought was cool as it has sort of a catchy swashbuckler tune to it.

For anyone that's a fan of "Tiny Toons" or just simply vintage licensed games and platform action games, Tiny Toon Adventures for the NES in my lesion planer gets high marks.

Rating: 4 stars.

Tiny Toon Adventures, released in 1991 by Konami for the NES platform, is a prime example of how a high-quality adaptation of an animated series can turn into an exciting and memorable video game. This game is based on the popular animated series "Adventures of Toons".

One of the main advantages of "Tiny Toon" is its colorful and vivid graphics. The game looks great for the 8-bit NES platform: detailed characters, lively backgrounds and smooth animations make the gameplay pleasant to the eye. Konami developers have managed to create a visual style that perfectly reflects the animated series and immerses players in its colorful world. Each of the levels is made with great attention to detail and designed to convey the atmosphere of different locations, whether it's green forests, urban landscapes or creepy castles.

The gameplay is a classic platformer in which players control the character Buster Bunny and his friends such as Plucky Duck, Dizzy Devil and Fluffy. Each character has unique abilities, which adds variety to the gameplay. The ability to switch between characters depending on the level and task makes the game even more exciting and strategically intense. For example, Plucky Duck can float in the air, which is useful when overcoming wide chasms, Fluff can cling to walls, which is extremely useful in urban locations, and Dizzy Devil can smash obstacles. Everyone does this with a funny animation, which also makes you pay attention to the game process.

The musical accompaniment in "Tiny Toon Adventures" deserves a special mention. The soundtrack of the game is filled with fun and catchy melodies that perfectly match the spirit of the animated series and create a great mood during the game. Sound effects such as jumping and hitting sounds are also performed at a high level and add realism and dynamics to the game.

The levels in the game are varied and offer different challenges, from simple jumps and obstacle avoidance to boss fights. Players will have to rescue their friends, avoid traps and fight enemies such as the villain Montana Max. The ending of each level is marked by a boss encounter, which adds an element of tension and makes each level a complete adventure.

Special attention should be paid to the storyline of the game, which, although simple, is fascinating. The villain Montana Max kidnapped Buster's girlfriend, and now our hero and the player must go on an exciting adventure to save her. This is a simple but touching story that captures from the first minutes and motivates you to complete the game to the end.

"Tiny Toon Adventures" is not just a game, but a real treat for all fans of platformers and the original series. Its addictive gameplay, beautiful graphics and catchy soundtrack make it a must-pass for all fans of high-quality video games. Konami has managed to create a game that not only stays true to the original material, but also offers an exciting and diverse gaming experience.

For anyone looking for a high-quality platformer with interesting characters and exciting adventures, Tiny Toon is an excellent choice. This game remains a classic to this day, evoking nostalgia and joy for those who spent more than one hour with it as a child.

9 out of 10.