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"Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is an action-adventure video game released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). The game was developed by Rare and published by LJN, and it's based on the Disney/Amblin film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit," which blends live action and animation in a film noir-style mystery. In the game, players control private detective Eddie Valiant as he navigates through various locations in Hollywood, Cartoon World, and Toontown to gather clues and solve puzzles that will help exonerate Roger Rabbit, who is falsely accused of murder. Throughout this mission, players must avoid or outwit characters from the movie, including the nefarious Judge Doom and his Weasel henchmen.

The gameplay of "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" includes elements of driving, exploration, and puzzle-solving, and is noteworthy for its ambition in adapting film to video game format during the late 1980s. Players interact with various famous cartoon characters and utilize items like Benny the Cab for transportation across different maps. The game's open-world feel was relatively unique for its time, though it also faced criticism for its challenging controls and navigation. The NES game incorporates several mechanics, including a password system for saving progress. Despite its mixed reviews, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" remains a memorable endeavor for its attempt to blend interactive gaming with the narrative depth and character ensemble of its cinematic counterpart.

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