Calorie Kun vs Moguranian is a unique arcade maze platformer developed by Vic Tokai and released by Sega in 1986. You control the egg-like creature Calorie-kun as he navigates underground tunnels to collect items and reach the exit while avoiding enemy moles known as Moguranian. The game’s defining mechanic is its calorie meter: moving and attacking burn calories, while eating fruit replenishes them. Managing your weight is essential, as letting the meter drop too low makes you anemic and sluggish, while overeating makes you fat, causing you to get stuck in narrow tunnels or even explode.
How to Play
The objective of each stage is to gather every item on the screen to unlock the exit. Use the arrow keys to navigate the ladders and tunnels, and press Z or X to fire a gust of air. This air attack stuns the pursuing moles against walls, giving you a chance to escape or push them into bombs placed around the map to eliminate them.
Tips
- Watch your weight: Balance your fruit intake carefully. If you need to squeeze through a tight tunnel, spend some calories running or firing first so you don’t get stuck.
- Use the environment: Your air gusts only stun the Moguranians temporarily. To remove them permanently, push the stunned moles into explosive mines scattered throughout the level.
- Pace your attacks: Firing air gusts drains your calorie meter quickly. Only use your attack when necessary to avoid starving before reaching the next piece of fruit.
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