Description

"Q*bert" is a classic arcade game that made its way to the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in the 1980s, originally developed by Gottlieb in 1982. The game features a distinctive orange character with a tubular snout, Q*bert, who players must guide around a pyramid of colorful cubes. The objective of the game is to change the color of every cube in a pyramid by making Q*bert hop onto each cube while avoiding various enemies that pursue him. Each level becomes progressively harder, introducing more enemies and complex cube patterns. The controls are simple yet require strategic thinking and quick reflexes to navigate Q*bert safely through the levels.

The NES version of Q*bert was one of many adaptations of the arcade hit, which was notable for its isometric graphics—a novelty at the time that added a pseudo-3D effect to the gameplay. This game was widely praised for its charming character and innovative design, becoming a beloved mascot akin to Pac-Man. Q*bert's distinctive form of speech, composed of nonsensical phrases presented in speech balloons with a symbol-swearing comic strip style, became one of its trademark features. Despite the complexities added by the NES’s control scheme, the game retained much of its original charm and challenge, making it a memorable part of the console’s extensive library of games. As with many games from the era, Q*bert spawned various merchandise and even appearances in pop culture, securing its place in video game history.