Bucky O' Hare

Based on the original Bucky O' Hare cartoon series, comes the official Bucky O' Hare video game. And for one of shortest lasting cartoons on television, the game managed to turn out to be one of the best things ever released for the NES. The graphics are sorta of so-so, but they work & have a decent appearance for this title. And the music, even though unrelated to the show, has a certain charm to it & is very memorable. Ah, the day of the NES. And the innovation the game took within the gameplay department is where it truly makes it's impression. You start off with Bucky of course. Who only has the high jump ability & his trusty blaster. Over the course of 4 different & huge planets you must rescue your fallen comrades. And with each one you free you're allowed access to their unique abilities. Such as Blinky's Ice Buster & Jenny's go anywhere Orb. Each acquired ability helps to seak secrets & aids your character in making his way through the game. But the sure challenge & the many places you can travel are sure to keep you coming back. They test your skills at everything. From dodging spikes, quick drawing, high leaps, & even driving. Bucky O' Hare is sure to hard press the video game pro.

the Breakdown (10 good to 1 bad)
CategoryRatingHow & Why
Graphics8Run-of-the Mill Backgrounds / Few New Surprises such as Toad Ships & Giant Rotating Boulders
Music9Fast-Paced & Enjoyable / the Stuff that makes the NES so memorable
Gameplay10Requires lots of Skill / Variety between the Multiple Characters
Innovation9Relies on Reflexes & Skills / At Heart is the basic Side scroller
Replay10A Good Testament of your GamePlaying Skills / Lot's of Stages & Secrets to keep you Playing

Overall 9.2