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"Mr. Gimmick" is a platform video game developed by Sunsoft and released exclusively in Japan and Scandinavia for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1992. The game centers around the character Yumetaro, a small green creature given as a birthday gift to a young girl named Lisa. When Lisa's other toys become jealous and kidnap her, Yumetaro must embark on a rescue mission through a series of imaginative and challenging levels. The game is renowned for its highly detailed graphics, intricate level design, and a unique physics-based gameplay mechanic involving Yumetaro's main attack, a star-shaped projectile that he creates from his body, which can also be used as a platform to access higher areas or trigger remote switches.

"Mr. Gimmick" holds a special place in the history of NES games due to its advanced sound and graphics, which were enhanced by the inclusion of a special sound chip, the Sunsoft 5B, in the cartridge. This chip allowed for a richer audio experience, comparable to later 16-bit games. However, the game's release was limited to Japan and parts of Europe, making it a rare gem and highly sought after by collectors. Despite its limited initial distribution, "Mr. Gimmick" has gained a cult following over the years, praised for its creativity, challenging gameplay, and the depth of its mechanics. These qualities have allowed it to be rediscovered and appreciated by a new generation of gamers and enthusiasts of retro gaming.

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