Summary
- Release Year: 1989
- Genres: Arcade, Shooter, Sport
- Platforms: Acorn Electron, Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST/STE, BBC Microcomputer System, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Tynesoft Computer Software
- Publishers: Villa Crespo Software, Inc.
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show (1989)
Overview
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show is a collection of six Wild West themed mini-games, presented with a humorous tone and backdrop. Players can choose to play as many or as few of the games as they like, and can always have another go if they fail.
The games are as follows:
- Knife Throwing: Players must throw knives at a spinning board upon which a terrified and fortunately skinny lady is locked. Points are awarded for missing as many times as possible before hitting the lady.
- Shooting: Players must shoot targets of criminals (but not innocents) as they emerge from the ground. In the second stage, players must shoot bottles that are thrown at them from over the horizon.
- Calf Roping: Players must position themselves so as to be able to throw their rope around a cow’s neck.
- Bronco Riding: Players must adjust their balance to compensate for the bronco trying to throw them off, by pushing the joystick out to balance two bars.
- Steer Wrestling: Players must jump onto a steer and then wrestle it to the ground.
- Stagecoach Shootout: Players must jump onto a stagecoach that has been invaded by Indians and beat up the hijackers.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show is simple and straightforward. Players use the joystick to control their character and the buttons to perform actions. The games are all relatively short, so players can easily pick up and play the game for a few minutes at a time.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show are colorful and cartoony. The characters are all well-animated and the backgrounds are detailed and varied. The sound effects are also well-done, and the music is catchy and upbeat.
Overall
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show is a fun and challenging arcade game that will test your skills in a variety of Wild West events. From knife throwing to bronco riding, there’s something for everyone in this classic game.
Review
Score: 7 out of 10
Pros:
- Fun and challenging gameplay
- Variety of mini-games
- Colorful and cartoony graphics
- Catchy music and sound effects
Cons:
- Games can be repetitive
- Some of the games are more difficult than others
Overall:
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show is a great arcade game that will provide hours of entertainment. The variety of mini-games, colorful graphics, and catchy music make it a game that everyone can enjoy.
Tips
Here are a few tips to help you succeed in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show:
- In the Knife Throwing game, aim for the spaces between the lady’s arms and legs.
- In the Shooting game, be patient and wait for the targets to emerge from the ground before shooting.
- In the Calf Roping game, position yourself so that the cow is running towards you.
- In the Bronco Riding game, keep your balance by pushing the joystick out to the left or right.
- In the Steer Wrestling game, jump onto the steer’s back and then quickly press the button to wrestle it to the ground.
- In the Stagecoach Shootout game, use the joystick to move around the stagecoach and the buttons to shoot the Indians.
Trivia
- Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show was originally released in arcades in 1989.
- The game was ported to the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990.
- The NES version of the game was released in Japan under the title バッファロー・ビルのワイルドウェストショー.
- The game was developed by Konami.
Review Score
7/10
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