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Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind

Nintendo Super NES

Release Date: 1993

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Description

"Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind," released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1993, is a platformer developed by Accolade that features the titular character, Bubsy Bobcat. In the game, players navigate Bubsy through a series of levels collecting yarn balls and tackling various enemies primarily themed around aliens and other zany antagonists. The gameplay mainly revolves around jumping and gliding, with the distinctive feature of Bubsy possessing a higher-than-average number of animations for its time, adding unique character and life to his movements. The game is divided into several worlds, each containing three levels and culminating in a boss fight that tests the player's skill and progress.

The release of "Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind" marked a significant attempt by Accolade to establish a mascot that could stand toe-to-toe with the likes of Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog during the height of the mascot platformer craze in the early 90s. Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics regarding its difficulty and level design, Bubsy became a memorable character due to his quirky one-liners and the game's colorful, cartoon-style graphics. Unique for its attempt to inject a strong personality into its protagonist, the title helped pave the way for several sequels, contributing to Bubsy's ongoing, if niche, presence in video game history.