Cool World (NES) Playthrough [4K]

"Cool World" for the NES, released in 1992 by Ocean Software, is a platform game based on the 1992 movie of the same name. The game takes place in a surreal universe where cartoon characters, referred to as "Doodles," coexist with humans, or "Noids." Players assume the role of Jack Deebs, a cartoonist who finds himself trapped in Cool World, a place that blurs the lines between reality and animation.

Gameplay follows the traditional side-scrolling platformer formula. Players must navigate through intricately designed levels, which include rooftops, streets, and other urban environments inspired by the movie's unique aesthetic. The goal is to navigate through various levels, avoid or combat enemies, and ultimately escape from Cool World.

The game features a mix of combat and platforming challenges, requiring players to jump over obstacles, avoid pitfalls, and defeat various enemies that inhabit the world. Jack can use a limited range of attacks to fend off enemies, which include both Doodles and other hazards. Collectibles and power-ups are scattered throughout the levels, providing players with health boosts and other benefits.

Overall, "Cool World" for the NES has a high difficulty level, clunky controls, and repetitive gameplay. The game's challenge often stems from its unforgiving level design and sometimes frustrating mechanics.