Description

"Pushover" is a puzzle game released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) that challenges players to strategically topple dominoes in complex, predefined patterns. Developed by Red Rat Software and published by Ocean Software in 1992, the game features G.I. Ant, a clever ant character who must rearrange and tip over a series of dominoes to trigger a chain reaction to open the exit to the next level. The game is comprised of 100 unique levels, each presenting a new layout and increased complexity, where the player must figure out the correct order and placement of various specialized dominoes, such as bridgers, splitters, and triggers, to successfully solve the puzzle within a time limit.

"Pushover" gained appreciation for its inventive approach to the puzzle genre and its meticulously crafted levels that require logical thinking and planning. The game integrates various types of dominoes that perform specific actions, adding layers of strategic depth and variety. For example, some dominoes would explode, others would vanish or bridge gaps, thereby adding to the complexity of the puzzles. The involvement of Quavers snacks in the plot (the player is helping G.I. Ant recover packets of Quavers) and as sponsorship added a quirky element to the game's theme, making it stand out at the time of its release. This combination of innovative gameplay, strategic depth, and a unique partnership with a snack brand contributed to "Pushover" being remembered as a challenging yet enjoyable title among the library of SNES games.