Play New Zealand Story, The (Europe) Online

I first played The New Zealand Story on the NES back in 1989, a port of the Taito arcade game. It was a bright, colorful platformer that stood out among the many action games of that era on the console, offering a different kind of challenge and visual style.

You control a small kiwi bird named Tiki, navigating through a series of themed islands to rescue your captured friends. The main goal is to reach the exit in each level, which often involves careful platforming and defeating enemies. Key mechanics include shooting bubbles to trap foes, using a variety of weapons like bows and arrows found in balloons, and riding different vehicles such as a submarine or a rocket. The game moves at a brisk pace and can be quite difficult, with precise jumps and enemy patterns to learn. It feels frantic and rewarding when you finally clear a tricky screen.