If you owned a Super NES, you\u2019re probably familiar with \u2018Bubsy\u2019. The orange bobcat debuted into the gaming world in 1993 with \u2018Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind\u2019. The game series spawned several follow-ups \u2013 \u2018Bubsy II\u2019 (1994), \u2018Bubsy in Fractured Furry Tales\u2019 (1994), \u2018Bubsy 3D\u2019 (1996), \u2018Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back\u2019 (2017) and \u2018Bubsy: Paws on Fire!\u2019 and it\u2019s returning to consoles once again with \u2018Bubsy 4D\u2019. In this latest outing, Bubsy discovers that the Woolies have returned and they\u2019ve kidnapped the Earth\u2019s sheep population. When the sheep free themselves, steal the Golden Fleece and take over the Woolies\u2019 planets, Bubsy has to step in to save the day.<\/p>\n
If you played \u2018Bubsy 3D\u2019 back in 1996, you\u2019ll probably enjoy \u2018Bubsy 4D\u2019. This game, developed by Fabraz, builds on the gameplay mechanics of that title, and adds a few new elements to keep things exciting for gamers. Working your way through three different plants, Bubsy has to work through five levels on each one and collect items while avoiding perils. There are plenty of animated cut scenes and a lot of humour to keep you occupied as you play.<\/p>\n
Succeeding in the game comes down to combining movements. It will take a little while to get to grips with the control system and executing it for maximum effect, so expect plenty of trial and error. At the beginning of the game you are taught how to glide, dash and jump, and it\u2019s important to string these together in combos throughout the game to navigate the tricky levels. At points you have to aim Busby at certain targets that help him move quickly and propel him to where he needs to be. As you progress, you unlock new skills that will help you provided you can find the relevant items.<\/p>\n
One of the new elements for \u2018Bubsy 4D\u2019 is the ability to turn Bubsy into a hairball so he can roll around environments at super speed. This works great for the levels that have various slides and chutes, and it can help the furry little creature launch himself at speed when navigating wide gaps between platforms. One of the issues that I found with \u2018Bubsy 4D\u2019 is that the control system isn\u2019t very precise. It\u2019s incredibly easy to overshoot when you\u2019re launching yourself and\/or jumping, and that frequently results in you losing a life. The movements are so responsive, that it\u2019s far too easy to get it wrong and that led to quite a frustrating experience throughout.<\/p>\n
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Visually the game is very strong. The cartoon-feel is in keeping with the series so far, and there\u2019s impressive detail and colours throughout the three worlds. If you imagine \u2018Super Monkey Ball\u2019 crossed with \u2018Sonic the Hedgehog\u2019, you\u2019ll get an idea of what to expect. Bubsy himself stands out against the colourful backdrops thanks to the style of animation he\u2019s been created with.<\/p>\n
\u2018Bubsy 4D\u2019 is a solid enough platformer but it\u2019s not really bringing anything new to the table. It looks good and there is plenty of charm to enjoy, but the game mechanics make it quite a frustrating experience. Levels feels repetitive and the lack of enemies along the way is disappointing. For the majority of the game you\u2019re just navigating colourful levels, which is pleasant to look at but not the most exciting. \u2018Bubsy\u2019 may be a gaming legend but this isn\u2019t one of the better entries in the series.<\/p>\n