Sunsoft, a Japanese video game developer and publisher, has produced a number of memorable titles over the years. Here are five of the top Sunsoft video games that have left a lasting impact on gamers:
1. Blaster Master (1988): This action-adventure platformer for the NES is renowned for its blend of side-scrolling and top-down gameplay, challenging levels, and memorable soundtrack. Players control a character named Jason who pilots a tank-like vehicle called SOPHIA to rescue his pet frog and save the world from mutants.
2. Batman: The Video Game (1989): Based on Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman film, this NES game is praised for its tight controls, challenging gameplay, and excellent use of the Batman license. Players take on the role of Batman, navigating through Gotham City to defeat the Joker and his henchmen.
3. Journey to Silius (1990): Originally intended to be a game based on the Terminator film, this NES title transformed into a futuristic run-and-gun platformer. It features a strong soundtrack, challenging gameplay, and impressive graphics for its time, as players fight through hordes of robots to avenge the protagonist’s father’s death.
4. Fester’s Quest (1989): This quirky top-down action game for the NES stars Uncle Fester from The Addams Family. Players must navigate a maze-like city, battling aliens to save the world. Despite its difficulty, the game is remembered for its unique premise and engaging gameplay. And… let’s be honest, the game wasn’t great.
5. Aero the Acro-Bat (1993): A platformer for the SNES and Genesis, this game features a bat named Aero who performs acrobatic feats to thwart an evil industrialist. Its colorful graphics, creative level design, and fun mechanics make it a standout title from Sunsoft’s 16-bit era.
These games showcase Sunsoft’s ability to create diverse and memorable gaming experiences across various genres and platforms.