Description

"Jim Power in Mutant Planet" is an action-platformer video game that was intended for release on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). Developed by Loriciel and programmed by Digital Concepts, the game features the character Jim Power, who is on a quest to save the planet of mutants from an evil entity. The game is known for its high level of difficulty and its unique multi-layered parallax scrolling backgrounds that give a deep sense of dimension and movement. This graphical feature was particularly praised for pushing the visual capabilities of the SNES, aiming to immerse players in a vibrant and complex alien world.

Initially released on the Amiga and PC platforms in the early 1990s, "Jim Power in Mutant Planet" for the SNES was set to bring the challenging gameplay and intricate environments to a broader console audience. However, despite being heavily advertised and even reviewed in some gaming magazines, the SNES version encountered unexpected setbacks and ultimately was not released commercially. The game remains a fascinating piece of video game history, especially for collectors and enthusiasts of unreleased or cancelled games. Today, it is often discussed in the context of "lost" games and is a testament to the ambitious development practices during the 16-bit era.