Based on the 1992 film combining live-action and animation, Cool World is a 1993 action platformer released by Ocean Software for the Nintendo Entertainment System. You take on the role of detective Frank Harris, navigating the chaotic cartoon dimension to stop Holli Would from bringing her “doodle” creations into the real world.
How to Play
Your main objective is to explore the game’s four initial levels to collect pieces of a map. Once fully assembled, the map unlocks the final area, the Ocean Tower. Use the Arrow Keys to move, Z to jump, and X to attack. Press Enter for Start and Shift for Select. Movement requires precision, as you must often jump and press Up to move between the foreground and background.
Tips
- Standard attacks are largely ineffective against bosses; you must explore the levels to collect specific weapon ammunition to defeat them.
- Take your time when navigating between the foreground and background layers, as the hitboxes for environmental hazards like cars can be unforgiving.
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