Master Takahashi's Bug-Catching Honey
A unique action game starring Hudson's mascot Takahashi Meijin (Master Higgins) where players catch bugs with honey traps. Features rapid button mashing mechanics that showcase Takahashi's famous 16-shot-per-second button pressing ability.
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About This Retro Game
Gameplay alternates between setting honey traps and rapid button mashing to catch insects when they get stuck.
Includes special challenge modes that test players' button pressing speed, directly referencing Takahashi Meijin's real-world record.
One of the few games designed specifically to showcase the abilities of a real-life gaming celebrity.
Later inspired similar button mashing mechanics in Takahashi Meijin no Bouken Jima series (Adventure Island).
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