Summary
- Release Year: 1991
- Genres: Puzzle
- Platforms: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
Pyramid Magic II: A Challenging and Fun Puzzle-Platformer for the Sega Mega Drive
Pyramid Magic II (ピラミッドマジックII) is a puzzle-platform game for the Sega Mega Drive, released exclusively in Japan via the Sega Game Toshokan service in 1991. It is a “sequel” to Pyramid Magic, though is more of a continuation of the original game, with identical graphics, sounds and gameplay. It even shows the Pyramid Magic levels on the map screen. The difference is that Pyramid Magic II offers harder levels.
The game’s objective is to push blocks around to create a path to the exit of each level. The blocks can only be pushed in one direction at a time, and the player must use their wits to figure out how to move them to the correct positions. The game features 100 levels, each with its own unique challenges.
Pyramid Magic II is a challenging game, but it is also fair. The levels are well-designed and the difficulty curve is gradual. The game also offers a hint system that can help players who are stuck.
The graphics in Pyramid Magic II are simple but effective. The blocks are brightly colored and the backgrounds are varied. The game’s music is also catchy and adds to the overall atmosphere.
Pyramid Magic II is a great puzzle-platformer that is sure to challenge and entertain players of all ages. It is a worthy successor to the original Pyramid Magic and is a must-play for fans of the genre.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Pyramid Magic II is simple to learn but difficult to master. The player controls a character who can push blocks around. The blocks can only be pushed in one direction at a time, and the player must use their wits to figure out how to move them to the correct positions.
The game features 100 levels, each with its own unique challenges. The levels are divided into four worlds, each with its own theme. The first world is set in a forest, the second world is set in a desert, the third world is set in an ice world, and the fourth world is set in a castle.
The levels in Pyramid Magic II are well-designed and the difficulty curve is gradual. The early levels are easy to complete, but the later levels become increasingly challenging. The game also offers a hint system that can help players who are stuck.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Pyramid Magic II are simple but effective. The blocks are brightly colored and the backgrounds are varied. The game’s music is also catchy and adds to the overall atmosphere.
The graphics in Pyramid Magic II are not as impressive as some other Mega Drive games, but they are still charming and effective. The game’s music is also catchy and adds to the overall atmosphere.
Overall
Pyramid Magic II is a great puzzle-platformer that is sure to challenge and entertain players of all ages. It is a worthy successor to the original Pyramid Magic and is a must-play for fans of the genre.
Tips for Playing Pyramid Magic II
- Use the hint system if you are stuck.
- Take your time and plan your moves carefully.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment.
- There is more than one way to solve some levels.
Review Score
7/10
