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"Wrecking Crew" is a puzzle action game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1985. It features the iconic character Mario, albeit outside his usual platforming adventures. In this game, Mario takes on the role of a demolition worker rather than a plumber, with the goal of demolishing a series of buildings. Players must navigate through various obstacles and strategically destroy all the walls and ladders on each level, while avoiding enemies like the walking wrenches, the eggplant man, and the foreman named Spike who tries to hinder Mario’s progress. Timing and planning are essential, as the sequence in which the structures are destroyed can determine whether certain areas become inaccessible, adding a puzzle element to the game.

Wrecking Crew was developed and published by Nintendo, with legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto involved in its creation. The game stands out in the NES library because it does not allow Mario to jump, a significant departure from other games in the Mario series. Wrecking Crew also includes a level editor, which was a novel feature at the time, allowing players to design and play their own levels, though the NES console did not have the capability to save these custom-made levels. As part of the broader Mario universe, Wrecking Crew's unique gameplay and level design contribute to its lasting appeal, securing its place as an interesting and challenging installment in the NES game lineup.

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