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"Mappy" for the Sega Game Gear is a captivating platform arcade game originally developed by Namco in the early 1980s and later adapted for Sega's portable console. In the game, players take control of Mappy, a resourceful police mouse tasked with recovering stolen goods from a mansion filled with mischievous cats called the Meowkies, led by the big boss cat Goro (also known as Nyamco). The game is set in a multi-floor house with numerous interconnected trampolines allowing Mappy to jump between floors to evade cats and collect items. Each level is completed when all of the stolen items are retrieved, leading to more challenging rounds with increased cat patrols and complex layouts.

The gameplay in "Mappy" for the Game Gear retains the charming elements and mechanics from its arcade predecessor, adapting it to the handheld format with beautifully rendered graphics and responsive controls suitable for the Game Gear's compact design. Unique to this game is the use of doors, which Mappy can open and close to release microwaves that temporarily stun the cats, adding a strategic layer to the otherwise frantic chase gameplay. Additionally, bonus rounds offer a chance to score extra points through challenging trampoline-based tasks, distinguishing "Mappy" as both innovative and ahead of its time in game design. Despite being overshadowed by other arcade classics in popularity, "Mappy" remains a beloved title for its endearing character and engaging gameplay, making it a cherished entry in the Game Gear's library.

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