Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
Gremlins 2: The New Batch is a platform-action game developed by SunSoft and published by SunSoft for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990. It is based on the 1990 film of the same name. The game follows the gremlins as they wreak havoc in a skyscraper. The game is a side-scrolling action game with a focus on combat and platforming. It is known for its fast-paced action, challenging difficulty, and its unique "gremlin" theme.
Gameplay and Mechanics
Players control a character, who can run, jump, and use a variety of weapons to defeat gremlins. The game features a "power-up" system, where collecting items enhances the player's weapons and abilities. The levels are set in various locations from the film, including the office, the laboratory, and the lobby. The game also includes boss battles against powerful gremlins. The game's difficulty is high, with fast-moving enemies and complex attack patterns.
The game also features a "health" system, where the character can collect items to restore health. The game's controls are responsive, with a focus on precise platforming and combat. The game's presentation is detailed and colorful, with large, expressive character sprites and vibrant, office-themed backgrounds. The soundtrack features high-energy electronic and rock music that matches the intense action. The game also features a "continue" system, allowing players to continue from the last level they reached.
Legacy and Reception
Gremlins 2: The New Batch is considered a solid action-platformer for the NES. It is praised for its fast-paced action, challenging difficulty, and its faithful adaptation of the film. The game is often compared to other licensed games of the era, and it is remembered as one of the better titles on the console. Gremlins 2: The New Batch holds a nostalgic place for fans of the film and the NES.