Adventure Island

Description

Released in 1986 for the NES, Adventure Island is a classic example of the original platformers that attracted gamers around the world. Developed by Hudson Soft, this game offers an adventurous experience in an exotic setting.
The game's story revolves around a character named Master Higgins who must rescue his sweetheart Helga, who has been kidnapped by an evil witch. He embarks on a journey of adventure to a mysterious island where various dangerous natural phenomena and obstacles await him. The graphics of the game are very good for its time. The colourful and detailed environments shine, creating the atmosphere of a tropical paradise. The animation of the Master Higgins character is smooth and adds to the gameplay. The soundtrack is in keeping with the storyline and adds to the overall experience.
The gameplay itself is simple but addictive. Master Higgins moves forward in a horizontal direction, jumping over obstacles and getting rid of enemies using primitive weapons - an axe or ice. At the same time, he must collect fruit to increase his score and food to restore his health. On the way he also meets various bonuses that help him fight bosses at the end of each level. Once the gameplay is simple, the difficulty is surprisingly high. You have to be very attentive and patient to avoid falling into the abyss and getting into contact with enemies. The game is designed so that players have to go through the levels multiple times and memorize the locations of enemies and obstacles. One of the game's biggest strengths is its variability. Each level is different and the difficulty changes as well, which keeps players on their toes and adds a touch of freshness to the game. The only downside to the game may be its linearity. There is no option to choose different paths to get to the end of the game. Thus, every player goes through the same path, regardless of their abilities.
Overall, Adventure Island is a great throwback to the past. It offers the gameplay, graphics, and fun that attracted gamers over 30 years ago. If you love platformers and want an enjoyable adventure game, I definitely recommend this game. Become Master Higgins and rescue Helga on an island full of adventure!