Summary
An action packed challenge, even for a seasoned gamer. Great Stuff!
The Good
Since the NES days of Ghosts & Goblins, it was only natural that there would have to be a 16-bit upgrade. Sega answered with this masterpiece. Big sprites (heh, sprites...), action, tons of enemies. This, my friends, is what classic gaming is all about. I mean, tell me you don't miss 2D?! I love the gold armor upgrade, the weapon charge, and the new and wierd-ass weapons (that green thing?)
They kept another gem from the NES version. Having to play through twice is gonna make you mad and glad at the same time. Cheers.
The Bad
Alright. I know it's all part of the challenge, but the unavoidable damage is aggravating! I'm talking mid-jump, im-already-backed-into-a-corner, attacking a stronger enemy and being hurt by a bat, unavoidable damage. And it's a real peeve when you just get the gold armor, too. You will be using MANY continues which are unlimited (thanx, sega!). Get the codes for a good time.
The Bottom Line
A perfect game. I told my girlfriend while playing it the other day, "I've never had so much fun getting the sludge beaten out of me by a machine,". And I'll never retract that statement. 5 Starz!
