DuckTales

DuckTales, released in 1989 for the NES, is a timeless platform game classic from Capcom, based on the popular Disney cartoon series. As Scrooge McDuck, you embark on a worldwide treasure hunt - with one goal: to become the richest drake in the world!

In DuckTales you explore five lovingly designed levels that take you to the Amazon jungle, the moon, the Himalayas, Transylvania and the African mine, among other places. Each location is packed with secrets, enemies and hidden riches.

The heart of the gameplay in DuckTales is Scrooge's pogo jump with his walking stick - a creative mechanic that was unique for the time. You use the stick as a weapon, trampoline and tool to defeat enemies, jump over spikes and reach treasures. The controls are precise, the level design clever and the level of difficulty pleasantly challenging.

Graphically, DuckTales is one of the most beautiful NES titles: Colorful, detailed environments, fluid animations and charming character designs perfectly reflect the style of the series. The soundtrack - especially the legendary Moon Theme - is still cult among retro gamers today.

DuckTales for the NES is more than just a licensed game - it is a well thought-out, charming and excellently implemented adventure that has lost none of its appeal to this day. An absolute must for fans of classic platformers, Disney and 8-bit gems.