
So whaddaya say? How about putting the axe down for just a minute, maybe?

Still, Ristar is a very good game, and it would be a shame for any action fan to miss it. I guess after you've ripped a few heads off in Mortal Kombat, those smiling, cute stuffed animals just don't appeal. The problem for Sega is that players just aren't interested in the whole 'cute mascot' thing anymore. The stages themselves offer a lot of variety as well, with new and innovative challenges around every corner. The action in the game is carefully planned around these abilities, so the player is forced to think about each situation in a new and creative way. He can stretch them out to grab enemies, use them to climb walls, swim like a sub, and even swing around like Tarzan. Just as Sonic has his spin and Headdy has his multiple heads, Ristar also has a unique physical attribute - his arms. Unfortunately, Ristar probably won't set the video game world ablaze either, although it, like Dynamite Headdy, is a lot of fun to play.

The sound effects and music are also notable, featuring catchy tunes and whimsical sound effects that add to the game's charm.Sega's latest character, Ristar, is yet another attempt to relive the whole Sonic phenomenon after its last mascot, Dynamite Headdy, failed to become a household name. The game's graphics are bright and colorful, with detailed character designs and backgrounds that bring the different planets to life. There are also hidden areas and secrets to discover, adding to the game's replay value. Ristar can also perform a variety of acrobatic maneuvers, such as wall jumping, somersaults, and flips, to navigate through each level.Īlong the way, Ristar can collect power-ups such as health, extra lives, and special abilities that enhance his attack and mobility. Players must use Ristar's stretchy arms to grab onto objects, swing around, and attack enemies. The game takes place across six different planets, each with its own unique atmosphere and challenges.

In this game, players control Ristar, a cute and colorful star-shaped character, on his mission to save his father and the galaxy from an evil force known as Greedy. The same team behind the legendary Sonic created this cartoon-style platformer. Ristar is a classic action platformer game developed by SEGA for the Mega Drive/Genesis console in 1995.
