Michael Jackson's Moonwalker
A beat 'em up game based on Michael Jackson's film and musical career, where players control Jackson through various levels to rescue children from the villain Mr. Big. Features signature dance moves transforming into attacks and appearances from Jackson's iconic music videos.
Platform
genesis
Year
1990
Genre
Beat 'em up
Developer
Sega
Controls
About This Game
Developed by Sega AM7, the game incorporates elements from Jackson's 'Smooth Criminal' short film and allows players to perform the famous anti-gravity lean move.
The Genesis version features five stages with unique boss battles, each ending with a musical performance sequence. Jackson's 'Beat It', 'Billie Jean', and 'Bad' outfits appear as power-up transformations.
Notable for its co-op mode where a second player can join as Bubbles the chimp. The game was controversial for its child-rescue premise but became a cult classic among rhythm-action fans.
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