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You control a sneaky fox (or tanuki?) dashing through maze levels, swiping treasure while outsmarting enemies—sometimes luring them into smashing walls for you. The pixel art’s crisp, the controls are tight, and every run feels like a fresh little puzzle.
DX Bakenou is a 1991 Game Boy release from Hudson Soft, a puzzle action title that fits neatly alongside the platform's many clever, condensed experiences. It arrived during a period when developers were still exploring how to translate complex arcade ideas into portable, black and white form, and it carries that experimental spirit without feeling overly ambitious or cluttered.
You control a nimble fox tasked with clearing treasure from multi-screen maze stages while avoiding patrolling enemies. Your main objective is to grab every item in a level and then reach the exit, but the twist comes from how you manipulate foes. You can't attack directly; instead, you lead enemies into charging, which causes them to break certain walls, often opening new paths or revealing hidden collectibles. The pacing is deliberate, almost puzzly, demanding observation and timing over quick reflexes. It feels like outsmarting a room rather than just rushing through it.
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