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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker
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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker

1990
PlatformHack and slash/Beat 'em up

Sci-Fi

Moonwalking through hordes of thugs, players control the King of Pop in this arcade classic, turning enemies into showers of glitter with a well-timed spin. This unlikely beat-em-up, with its unique blend of platforming, rhythm action, and the inherent spectacle of Michael Jackson, is a slice of pure 90s oddity. The game's memorable soundtrack, faithful to Jackson's discography, and the satisfying combat loop have ensured its cult status.

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In case you didn't know, Mr Big has kidnapped all of the kids and is ready to subject them to the horrors of drugs! Michael is a bit miffed at this to say the least, and pausing only to jump into his Smooth Criminal designer gear, decides to risk five levels of Mr Big's domain in an effort to rescue the kids and bring Mr Big to justice. Hooray! There's four rounds to each level and in each, Michael has to run around the platform environment dishing out magical death to any crony that decides to cross his path. Our hero must search the level, opening doors and moving scenery to find and rescue the kids. When all the kids have been safely rescued, Mr Big appears and sends some of his most terrifying henchmen to try and dispatch Michael. When they're safely out of the way, it's on to the next round with yet more kids to rescue. Each level has its own Michael soundtrack, including the funky Smooth Criminal, Beat It and Bad!

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