Play Whizz (Europe) Online

Whizz came out for the Super Nintendo in 1994, developed by Flair Software. It was one of those isometric platformers that showed up now and then on the system, trying something a little different with perspective. The look and feel were very much of that era, with bright, blocky graphics and a kind of cheerful, slightly off-kilter energy.

You control a rabbit wizard who has to dash through a series of timed, isometric stages. The main goal is simply to get to the exit before the clock hits zero, all while dodging or blasting enemies with your magic. The perspective makes the platforming tricky at first; judging jumps takes some practice. You collect power-ups that change your projectile or offer temporary shields, and the stages are compact but filled with obstacles and oddball foes. It's not an easy game, and the timer adds constant pressure. The satisfaction comes from learning a stage's layout and pulling off a clean, frantic run without slowing down.