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"Menace Beach" is a side-scrolling action video game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990. Developed by Color Dreams, one of the more prolific producers of unlicensed NES games, "Menace Beach" was notable for bypassing Nintendo's strict licensing policies. In the game, players take on the role of "Skateboard Kid," journeying through various levels to rescue his girlfriend Bunny from the clutches of the evil Demon Dan. The gameplay involves navigating different environments on a skateboard, facing numerous enemies and obstacles. The player must deftly maneuver through these challenges while managing limited health and resources.

The game stood out due to its controversial marketing and unique aesthetic. The box art and promotional materials emphasized a whimsical, rebellious energy aimed at capturing the skate culture popularity of the time. However, gameplay received mixed reviews, with criticism often directed at its crude graphics and difficult control mechanics. Notably, "Menace Beach" later became infamous when it was rebranded as "Sunday Funday" by Wisdom Tree, a developer specializing in Christian-themed video games. "Sunday Funday" altered some gameplay elements and included Christian messaging, making it a curious relic of the video game industry's eccentrics and the flexibility of game content repurposing.

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