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Starshot: Space Circus Fever

Nintendo N64

Release Date: 1998

Action 3D Platformer

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Description

"Starshot: Space Circus Fever," released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, is a unique 3D platformer developed by Infogrames. The game follows the interstellar adventures of Starshot, a juggler in the financially struggling Space Circus. The main objective is to save the circus from bankruptcy by traveling across various planets to recruit new, exotic acts and dazzle the universe's audience, thereby outshining competing circuses. The gameplay involves navigating through diverse, colorful worlds, solving puzzles, and overcoming obstacles, all with the backdrop of a whimsical and comedic narrative. Starshot's abilities as a juggler are a central gameplay mechanic, adding a distinctive twist to the traditional platformer formula.

The game is notable for its ambitious scope and the technical challenges it attempted to overcome on the Nintendo 64 hardware. "Starshot: Space Circus Fever" presents a mixture of expansive environments and detailed character models that pushed the console's capabilities at the time. Despite the technical ambition, the game suffered from significant frame rate issues which impacted the overall gameplay experience. Nonetheless, "Starshot: Space Circus Fever" retains a cult following, appreciated for its quirky story, imaginative setting, and creative design. Its distinctive approach to the platforming genre and memorable characters make it a notable title in the N64 library.