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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker

Become the King of Pop in this musical action game! Dance through 5 stages set to MJ's hits like 'Smooth Criminal' and 'Beat It', rescuing children from Mr. Big's gang. Features signature dance moves that transform into magical attacks.

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Release Date
January 1, 1990
Developer
Sega
Publisher
Sega
Players
1
Region
US
ROM Size
131 KB

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Gameplay Systems

The game is essentially a beat-em-up that is drawn using isometric video game graphics , although Jackson attacks with magic powers instead of physical contact, and has the ability to shoot short-ranged magic power at enemies. The magic power can be charged by holding the attack button to increase the range and damage of the magic power while moonwalking. If up close to enemies, Jackson executes a spinning melee attack using magic power. If the cabinet supports it, up to three people can play simultaneously. All three players play as Jackson, dressed in his suit (white for player 1, red for player 2, black for player 3). Jackson's special attack is termed "Dance Magic". There are three different dance routines that may be performed, namely the dance routines from Smooth Criminal , Beat It and Billie Jean . The player starts with one to three of these attacks per credit (depending on how the machine is set up). Bubbles , Michael's real-life pet chimpanzee, appears in each level . Once collected or rescued, Bubbles transforms Michael into a robotic version, with the ability to shoot laser bursts and missiles and absorb significantly more damage.

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