This is precisely the kind of release that keeps the 8-bit world spinning! A completely new game has landed for the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), and it’s perfect for the spooky season.
CALGAMES has just released Mister Scary – Where Are You? in digital ROM form. Meanwhile, backers of the Kickstarter will be getting a physical copy.
A Halloween quest inspired by an imaginary friend
The premise is delightfully charming and bizarre: you play as Mister Scary, a purple monster who has lost his family. Your quest is to navigate a strange, spooky, and surprisingly cute land full of creepies and crawlies to find them.
The developer states the game was directly inspired by a toddler’s imaginary friend, which is a fantastic origin story for an NES platformer.
The game is a full-fledged experience for the iconic gray box, packed with features designed to challenge and entertain:
- Six Scary Stages: Conquer six unique stages, each with its own sub-areas.
- Six Scary Bosses: Face off against a different boss at the end of each stage.
- Unique Combat: You can stomp on enemies, but you also collect spicy or icy snacks to torch or freeze your foes.
- Tactical Napping: A crucial mechanic involves Mister Scary taking a nap when ducking, which makes him immune to damage. You’ll definitely be using this tactical snooze button a lot!
- Extra Lives: Collect Scary tokens—they are everywhere—and grabbing 15 will earn you an extra life, which is a mercy that will come in handy.
- Classic Feel: It all ties together with a scary world map and a dedicated game soundtrack by Logan E. Schad and Kevin Van Der Burg.
If you’re looking for a dose of retro charm, humour, and a genuine challenge on your NES (or your favourite emulator), this brand new Halloween-themed platformer is ready for you to download now — right in time for the spooky big day!
Mister Scary – Where Are You? is available right now on calgames.itch.io for just $9.98 USD.
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