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"Aero the Acro-Bat" is a platform video game developed by Iguana Entertainment and published by Sunsoft for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1993. Set in the vibrant world of a circus, the game follows its titular character, Aero, an acrobatic bat who must perform and survive various challenging circus acts to thwart the evil industrialist Edgar Ektor, who is scheming to shut down Aero's circus. Players navigate through numerous themed levels that include tightropes, trapezes, trampolines, and cannons. Aero's primary skills involve spinning attacks and precision jumping, while utilizing stars as projectiles to fend off enemies.

The game is notable for its colorful graphics and high-energy music that captures the lively atmosphere of a circus performance. A distinguishing feature is its combination of platforming and acrobatic maneuvers which integrate well with the circus setting, providing a unique gameplay experience. At the time of its release, "Aero the Acro-Bat" stood out due to its novel protagonist and setting. The game was successful enough to spawn several sequels and a spin-off game, showing its lasting appeal. Aero himself became somewhat of a mascot for Sunsoft during the early 90s, reflecting the era's penchant for platform games with charismatic lead characters.

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