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About the Game
Take on the role of Whizz in this unique SNES isometric platformer. Navigate tricky levels, manage your energy, and solve door puzzles against the clock.
Your main goal is simple but challenging: navigate through various levels to reach the exit before the time runs out. You are playing as a wizard, so magic plays a big part in how you survive. However, there is a catch. Using magic spells and attacking enemies costs energy. This means you have to think carefully about when to fight and when to sneak past your opponents. Avoiding trouble might be smarter than fighting it every time.
The controls are the most famous (and sometimes confusing) part of this game. The movement is unique because moving the controller right actually moves your character down and to the right on the screen. It takes a moment to get used to, but once you click with it, it adds a layer of spatial thinking to the gameplay. You will also need to use a spin attack to defend yourself when enemies get too close.
As you progress through the levels, you will encounter doors that block your path. There are four different types of doors, and each one requires a specific icon or key to open. This adds a puzzle element to the action. You have to keep an eye out for these icons while managing your time and energy. It is a balancing act between speed and strategy.
Energy management is key to success here. Since killing enemies drains your resources, you might find yourself avoiding fights entirely. This makes the game feel more like a stealthy puzzle platformer at times. You need to plan your route carefully to conserve energy for the spells you actually need to survive or solve puzzles.
The SNES version was released in North America in November 1996 by Titus Software. It brings a fresh take on the wizard genre by mixing action with these specific control mechanics and door-puzzle logic. If you enjoy games that make you think about your movements and resource management, this is worth a try.