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"Casper," based on the friendly and non-threatening ghost from the popular children's cartoon and 1995 movie, is an adventure game developed for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). Players take on the role of Casper as he navigates through Whipstaff Manor, solving puzzles and avoiding the nefarious Trio: Stretch, Stinkie, and Fatso, who aim to hinder his progress. The game uniquely eschews typical combat mechanics in favor of stealth and puzzle-solving, staying true to Casper’s gentle nature. Throughout the sprawling mansion, which acts as the game's main setting, players must find and use various items that help Casper in becoming more ghost-like (such as becoming intangible to pass through walls) to progress through the story and uncover secrets hidden within the manor.

Released in 1996, "Casper" for SNES was part of a broader wave of merchandise and tie-ins surrounding the Casper movie release. It provided gamers with a different experience compared to many action-centric games of that era by focusing on exploration and interaction rather than confrontation. Additionally, the game incorporated hand-drawn graphics that effectively captured the visual style of the film and original cartoons, enhancing the overall thematic consistency and appeal. Despite this, it faced mixed reviews, with criticism often pointed at its sometimes confusing gameplay mechanics and the lack of direct action typical to other games of the time. Nonetheless, "Casper" remains a nostalgic piece for fans of the series and those who appreciate its more thoughtful, subdued approach to game design.

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