Patty Moon (1993)
Patty Moon is an action-platformer game developed by Varie and published by Varie for the Super Famicom, released on July 30, 1993. The game is a colorful and whimsical platformer where players control a young girl named Patty, who must journey through a dreamlike world to rescue her friends from an evil witch. Varie, known for their racing and sports games, brought their creativity to the platformer genre, creating a game that was praised for its charming presentation and accessible gameplay.
Gameplay and Platforming Mechanics
Patty Moon is a side-scrolling platformer where players control Patty, who can run, jump, and use a variety of items, including a magic wand and a parasol, to defeat enemies and solve puzzles. The game features a "power-up" system, where collecting items grants temporary abilities, such as flight, invincibility, and enhanced attacks. The game's levels are diverse, ranging from enchanted forests and candy lands to castles and outer space, each filled with enemies, traps, and secrets. The game also features a "companion" system, where Patty can be joined by other magical creatures, each with unique abilities.
The game includes boss fights against colorful and whimsical villains. The game's visual style is bright and colorful, with large, expressive character sprites and vibrant, detailed backgrounds. The soundtrack features cheerful and whimsical music that matches the magical theme.
Patty Moon received positive reviews for its fun gameplay and charming presentation, becoming a popular title among younger players and families. It remains a nostalgic classic for its whimsical style and Varie's characteristic approach to action games.