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I picked up Mighty Max on the Super Nintendo back in 1994, a game developed by Ocean Software. It was one of those many licensed platformers of the era, based on the toy line and cartoon, but it had a few ideas that made it stand out from the crowd. The presentation was solid for its time, with a dark, almost gothic aesthetic that felt a bit different from the usual bright and cheerful SNES fare.

You control Max, a kid in a signature cap, navigating through a series of hazardous, screen by screen levels. Your main goal is simply to survive each stage and reach the exit, which is often easier said than done. Your primary tool is a magical cap that allows you to teleport short distances; you aim a targeting reticle and warp to its location, a mechanic essential for bypassing bottomless pits and instant death traps. The levels are packed with environmental hazards like spikes and lava, and enemies respawn almost immediately after you defeat them, which keeps the pressure high. It's a game that demands precision and patience, where a single mistimed jump or a poorly aimed teleport sends you right back to the start of the stage. Playing it feels like a constant, tense negotiation with the level design, where every small victory is earned.