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"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tournament Fighters" is a unique and engaging fighting game developed for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) which hit the market in 1993. The game capitalizes on the immense popularity of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise during that era. Unlike typical beat 'em up titles previously seen in the TMNT series, this game shifts format to a one-on-one competitive fighting style, similar to the likes of "Street Fighter". Players can choose from one of the four Ninja Turtles—Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael—or additional characters unique to this game like the mysterious armadillo warrior, Armaggon, and the evil shark, Shredder. Each character brings their own distinct set of moves and special abilities, adding depth and variety to the combat mechanics.

The NES version of "Tournament Fighters" differs significantly from its counterparts on other platforms such as the SNES and Sega Genesis, featuring a scaled-back roster and more simplified graphics due to the hardware limitations of the NES. Despite these limitations, the game is notable for introducing a character rare in the TMNT universe, Hothead, a massive dragon warrior only playable in this version. Gameplay consists of progressing through various matches in either a single-player story mode or facing off against another player in a two-player mode. The NES version is often praised for its challenging AI and the strategic depth required to master its fighting mechanics, making it a memorable and stand-out title within the NES library and a sought-after collector's item among retro gaming enthusiasts.

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