Michael English Daibouken (Michael’s English Great Adventure) is an educational platformer released in 1987 for the Famicom Disk System (FDS) by Scorpion Soft. Based on the popular manga series What’s Michael?, the game puts players in control of the famous orange cat in an effort to teach basic English vocabulary through genuinely fun platforming.
How to Play
The main objective is to guide Michael through various stages, jumping to catch floating letters that spell out specific English words. The game uses standard NES controls: use the D-pad (Arrow keys) to move, the A button (Z) to jump, the B button (X) for action, and Start/Select (Enter/Shift) for menus.
Tips
- Pay close attention to the target word shown, as collecting the incorrect letters will penalise you and slow your progress.
- Take your time with the platforming mechanics, as the jumping requires more precision than typical educational games from this era.
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