Super Widget (SNES) Playthrough [4K]
1"Super Widget" is a side-scrolling platform video game developed by Atlus and released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1993. It follows the adventures of Widget, a small purple creature with shapeshifting abilities, part of a group called the World Watchers, supposedly tasked with saving worlds. Widget embarks on a quest to rescue his friends from the evil villain, Kaiser.
Widget possesses a range of powers that aid him in his quest, including the ability to transform into different forms such as a tornado or a ball with spikes. These transformations grant him unique abilities, allowing players to approach challenges in different ways. The game's gimmick revolves around Widget acquiring powers by collecting marked icons throughout the levels. These powers include Leg, Strong, Marine, Fire, and Knight. Each power has two variations, adding variety and strategy to gameplay. Additionally, each level contains hidden secrets and bonus areas, encouraging exploration and discovery.
There's also experience points where players earn points based on factors like battle performance and speed. This unlocks bonus stages and can even determine the number of stages needed to complete the game. The game features colorful and detailed graphics with sprites are large and detailed sprites. Widget's facial expressions and various forms exhibit has a lot of detail, and each form Widget takes, like an ostrich or a cyborg, has its own charm and uniqueness.
Overall, "Super Widget" offers an enjoyable platforming experience with its engaging gameplay, charming visuals, and variety of abilities. It's a well-made platformer that doesn't break any new ground, but offers enjoyable platform gaming with just enough variety to keep things interesting.