Squashed is a fascinating piece of gaming history: an unreleased 1991 Nintendo Entertainment System prototype that never made it to North American store shelves. Originally developed by Jaleco as the Japanese platformer Ninja Jajamaru: Ginga Daisakusen, the game was fully translated into English before being mysteriously cancelledโrumored to be because its mechanics and art style were considered too similar to Super Mario Bros. 3. Despite its cancellation, the prototype was preserved, allowing you to experience this colorful, lost chapter of the 8-bit era directly in your browser.
How to Play
Squashed is a classic side-scrolling platformer where you jump, dash, and bash blocks to uncover power-ups and defeat enemies. You can control the action using your keyboard:
- Movement: Arrow Keys
- Jump (A): X
- Action/Dash (B): Z
- Start: Enter
- Select: Shift
Tips
- Master the Dash: Building up speed is essential for clearing wide gaps and making tricky jumps.
- Check Every Block: Bumping blocks from below is your main way to find crucial power-ups that make surviving the boss encounters much easier.
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