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"Rex Ronan: Experimental Surgeon" is an educational action video game released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). Developed by Sculptured Software and published by Raya Systems, the game is part of the Health Hero series, aimed at teaching players about various health issues. In "Rex Ronan: Experimental Surgeon," players delve into the role of Dr. Rex Ronan, a surgeon who shrinks himself to microscopic size to enter the body of a long-time smoker named Jake Westboro. The gameplay’s primary objective is to rid Jake’s body of the harmful effects and accumulation of tar, precancerous cells, and nicotine, reflecting the game’s overarching anti-smoking message.

The gameplay combines side-scrolling and shooting elements, with levels set in different parts of the human body, such as the lungs, heart, and arteries. Each level is filled with obstacles and enemies that embody various smoking-related diseases and afflictions. Players use a laser to eliminate health threats and collect information icons that provide educational facts about smoking and its impact on health. "Rex Ronan: Experimental Surgeon" was one of the first games of its kind to address a real-world health issue directly through gameplay, making it a pioneering title in the genre of educational video games. Despite its innovative approach, the game was met with mixed reviews due to its repetitive gameplay mechanics and the niche nature of its educational content. However, it remains a noteworthy example of how video games can be used as educational tools.

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