Description

"SOS," known as "Septentrion" in Japan, is an adventure video game developed by Human Entertainment, released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1994. The game is particularly noted for its innovative approach to the adventure survival genre, featuring a unique and intense narrative based on the classic disaster scenario reminiscent of the 1972 film "The Poseidon Adventure." In "SOS," players must navigate the interior of a capsizing ocean liner, the Lady Crithania, which turns over after being struck by a giant wave, leaving only a one-hour window for the player to escape before the ship sinks completely.

The gameplay in "SOS" is distinct for its real-time countdown clock, adding a palpable sense of urgency to the player's actions as they explore the chaotic, tilting environments of the ship. The game offers four different characters to choose from, each with their own backstory and unique set of missions, which influence the interactions they have with other survivors and the overall path to escape. Multiple endings are possible depending on the decisions made by the player and who, if anyone, is saved. The ship's layout alters with each playthrough, providing a fresh challenge each time. The game's innovative use of rotoscoped animation for character movements and the dynamic ship environments were ahead of their time, contributing to the game's challenge and immersion.

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