Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts

by Capcom

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• ASIN: B000066TS2
• Item Weight: 8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: September 24, 2002
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,097 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: Game Boy Advance

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The release of Super Ghouls 'n' Ghosts marks the return of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) classic to the Game Boy Advance. The game features classic 2-D side-scrolling action and all of the gameplay elements of the original. It also includes newly designed enemies and stages.

The quest begins as a spell has been cast upon Arthur's kingdom and the evil emperor has snatched Arthur's fair maiden, Princess Prin Prin. Only Arthur can retrieve her from the creatures of the undead that haunt the land. The new Arrange mode allows players to choose the next stage of the game at the end of each level. This adds more replay value to the game and allows those who have played the original version to play new stages. The game also includes popular enemies from the original Ghosts 'n' Goblins and Super Ghosts 'n' Goblins.

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Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts begins as the dauntless knight Arthur is caught up in a dangerous quest. A spell has been cast upon his kingdom, and the evil emperor has snatched his fair maiden, Princess Prin Prin. Only Arthur can get her back from the creatures of the undead that haunt the land. Players must test their courage and skill in order to save Arthur's damsel from distress and the monarchy from torment. Magic, mystery, and the mightiest weapons await gamers as they journey through the ghoulish realm and uncover glorious treasure.

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Experience the Brilliance of 16 Bit Era, November 1, 2002

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Christian H. Kim (California, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Super Ghouls'n Ghosts (Video Game)

One of my favorite arcade game back in 80s was Ghost and Goblin, the very first installment of the series. I still remember pouring in countless coins to play that well-made game... And believe it or not, I'm playing this third installment on GameBoyAdvance.. I have nothing to complain here.

Super Ghouls N Ghosts is the remake of Super Nintendo Version of Ghost and Goblin series, where they implemented this infamous double jump. This game is about timing, your ability to deal with the situation quickly, jumping with your instinct.. And this this double jump, it added much more possibilities, much more moves you can pull out in the game. They transported this sequel faithfully from Super Nintendo and I had to finish it in couple days. I had to finish it in couple days because not only I was in for nostalgic mood but also severely addicted to it. I've been playing games for latest systems yet finding myself putting down controller so easily due to games' lack of genuine game play.. yet this game is so addictive that I had to finish it in couple days.. It really shows what genuine 'gameplay' of a game can pull out time after time.

You play this game and you tell me- Beautifully drawn graphic, more-than-perfect-atmosphere-creating music, intuitive, intuitive control, and challenging game play which still shines after all these years.
I happened to have compilation disc for import Sega Saturn, which contains original Ghost N Goblin, Ghost N Goblin 2, and this SNES version. And trust me, being able to play this third installment before bed time, during break, while walking, it's just priceless-
They have included the original version with rearranged version. Original version does faithfully play like original version. Moreover, rearranged version included this never-been-played-before levels, which is partially from previous Ghost N Goblin series. That's right, they've included more stages from other installment.

I have no choice but to give 5 Stars for Super Ghouls N Ghosts because I'm truly grateful for being able to play this very game on GBA. Of course, this game does provide you with challenging gameplay because that's the trade mark for Ghost N Goblin series. I wouldn't want this game to be finished in one sitting and never play it again- I rather play them again and again to finish it and trust me, it's gonna take awhile to figure out the rearranged mode to play those 'new' stages. Man, I'm in for real treat these days, Super Mario(Yoshi's Island), new Castlevania, and Super Ghouls N Ghosts- Somebody pinch me!

Enjoy it.

PS: I love this kind of game; where you make mistake, then you are over. Not that you have health point to be depleted, but every move, every decision to either jump, crouch, move, or attack has to be decided quickly or otherwise you are a dead man. Man, I wish Capcom would bring out first two series in one gamepack eventually if that's possible- Either this or that, I welcome the idea of bringing over those classics, just bring'em in!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best side scrolling action games ever!, April 3, 2004

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This review is from: Super Ghouls'n Ghosts (Video Game)

Classic game. Yes, the game is difficult, but its not impossible to beat. I can proudly say I have won this game! I find the challenge curve to be exciting and not dull. This version is much better than the SNES version cause you can save your position on the cart without having to use a silly password.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars The key to enjoying this game..., April 16, 2004

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Brian Jacobson (Cedar Falls, Iowa United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Super Ghouls'n Ghosts (Video Game)

...is to have the right weapon. Literally.
To reduce the difficulty in this game as much as possible, look for the weapon that fires diagonally.

The Pros:
1. Nostalgic Value: This was one of my first games for the SNES. 2. Great Music: I remember all the songs even after losing the game 10 years before.
3. Cartrage Save Feature: not only does it allow you to take a break without losing your progress, but you can also make it so you start every stage with the best upgrade.
4. Arrange mode: New stages add to the variety.

Cons: 1. You have to go through the game twice to beat it, and the item you must obtain in the second quest is very awkward and clumsy to use. However, you can get it on the first runthrough in "Arrange mode"
2. in "Arrange mode", you have to beat a level with upgraded armor(which means making it to the boss and then beating it without taking a hit) to get a new stage instead of the SNES stage

3. the difficulty CAN be annoying in several places, especially with those darn gargoyals.

4. No Sound test. The SNES Version had one, why not this?

Overall, this game is not too bad. I only gave it three stars because of the whole second quest deal and the expectation that you be an expert to see any new stages.

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