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"Yo! Noid" is an action platformer game developed by Now Production and published by Capcom for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990. The game features the advertising mascot of Domino's Pizza during the late 1980s, the Noid, whose goal is to thwart a doppelganger causing havoc in New York City. Players navigate the Noid through various stages, which include cityscapes, caves, and the sea, using a magic yo-yo to vanquish enemies and overcome obstacles. Each level culminates in a pizza-eating contest that serves as a unique puzzle challenge, where strategic use of special cards that grant different abilities determines the winner.

"Yo! Noid" was developed as a rebranding of the Japanese game "Kamen no Ninja Hanamaru" for Western audiences, swapping the original ninja character for the more recognizable Noid character in the US. This change was a part of a broader strategy to leverage popular culture icons in video games to attract a larger audience. The gameplay incorporates a blend of action, platforming, and light puzzle-solving elements, making it a varied and engaging experience for players. Although met with average reviews at its release, its connection with a popular fast-food ad campaign and memorable mascot has since earned it a cult following, making it a nostalgic title for many fans of classic NES games.

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