Summary
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio (1988)
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio is a platformer game developed and published by Compile for the Nintendo Entertainment System. The game was released in Japan in 1988, and in Europe and North America in 1989.
The game’s story follows Santa Paravia, a young girl who lives in the magical world of Fantasia. One day, Fantasia is invaded by an evil sorcerer named Fumaccio, who kidnaps Santa’s friends and family. Santa sets out on a quest to rescue her loved ones and defeat Fumaccio.
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio is a side-scrolling platformer in which the player controls Santa as she runs, jumps, and shoots her way through a variety of levels. The game features a unique art style that is a mix of cute and creepy. The levels are filled with colorful characters and enemies, as well as hazards such as spikes and pits.
Santa has a variety of weapons at her disposal, including a gun, a boomerang, and a magic wand. She can also use her special abilities, such as the ability to fly and to create blocks.
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its charming graphics, catchy music, and challenging gameplay. It has been cited as an influence on many later platformer games, such as Super Mario World and Donkey Kong Country.
Gameplay
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio is a side-scrolling platformer in which the player controls Santa as she runs, jumps, and shoots her way through a variety of levels. The game features a unique art style that is a mix of cute and creepy. The levels are filled with colorful characters and enemies, as well as hazards such as spikes and pits.
Santa has a variety of weapons at her disposal, including a gun, a boomerang, and a magic wand. She can also use her special abilities, such as the ability to fly and to create blocks.
The game’s levels are varied and challenging. Some levels require Santa to jump over platforms and avoid enemies, while others require her to solve puzzles or defeat bosses. The game also features a number of hidden areas and secrets.
Graphics and sound
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio features a unique art style that is a mix of cute and creepy. The game’s characters and enemies are colorful and expressive, and the levels are filled with detail. The game’s music is also catchy and memorable.
Reception
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its charming graphics, catchy music, and challenging gameplay. It has been cited as an influence on many later platformer games, such as Super Mario World and Donkey Kong Country.
Legacy
Santa Paravia and Fumaccio is a classic platformer game that is still enjoyed by many today. The game’s unique art style, catchy music, and challenging gameplay have made it a favorite among retro gamers.
Additional information
- Santa Paravia and Fumaccio was originally released in Japan as Majou Densetsu II: Fuma no Yakata (Witch’s Tale II: Fuma’s Mansion).
- The game was developed by Compile, the same company that developed the Puyo Puyo series.
- Santa Paravia and Fumaccio was one of the first games to feature a female protagonist.
- The game’s music was composed by Shinichi Sakamoto, who also composed the music for the EarthBound series.
- Santa Paravia and Fumaccio has been re-released on a number of platforms, including the Wii Virtual Console and the Nintendo Switch Online service.
Review Score
7.5/10
