Status Reset_Tears Nov 10, 2023
Probably a game most people haven't noticed, but it's coming out pretty soon: Trip World DX. This was a platformer for the Game Boy, released only in Japan and Europe regions (and apparently in limited quantities at that). You play as a bunny with a few transformation abilities (to fly, swim, etc).
The game stands out in a couple …
Probably a game most people haven't noticed, but it's coming out pretty soon: Trip World DX. This was a platformer for the Game Boy, released only in Japan and Europe regions (and apparently in limited quantities at that). You play as a bunny with a few transformation abilities (to fly, swim, etc).
The game stands out in a couple ways: 1) the level of detail and number of unique animations is extremely impressive for the hardware, and 2) it's a game where most enemies don't fight you (the main exception being boss battles). You can make your way through levels a pacifist (if enemies bump into you, you don't take damage), or you can choose to attack (at which point enemies will fight back and deal damage).
At any rate, it's not a top-tier platformer (even if only talking about the Game Boy), but it is an interesting curiosity in gaming history. This re-release will include a brand-new color version, plus some behind-the-scenes content. It sounds like Limited Run Gaming plans to give this special treatment to other old-school titles, which I'm all for (love it when we get a port with all the bells and whistles).
