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"Totally Rad" is an action platformer video game developed by Jaleco for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), released in 1991. The game follows the story of a Californian teenager named Jake, who learns magical powers from an underground magician named Zebediah Pong in order to save his girlfriend, Allison, from the evil sorcerer Zeb. Players navigate through various levels filled with diverse enemies and obstacles, using Jake's newly acquired spells to transform enemies, heal, and manipulate the environment. The game is notable for its colorful graphics and a particularly Westernized interpretation of dialogue and character design, attempting to appeal to the American market with its use of surfer slang and radical ‘90s cultural references.

In terms of gameplay, "Totally Rad" distinguishes itself with its unique spell-casting system, which adds a strategic layer to the traditional platforming mechanics. Players are tasked with managing a limited pool of magic power to use spells, which becomes a key element in overcoming difficult sections of the game. As Jake progresses through the ten challenging levels, his repertoire of spells also increases, giving the player more options and ways to tackle the enemies and puzzles. Despite its typical platforming elements, the game received modest attention at the time of release due to its quirky localization and the spell-casting gameplay twist. Over the years, "Totally Rad" has gained a cult following, appreciated both for its engaging mechanics and its snapshot of early '90s youth culture.

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