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Blaster Master (NES) - Metroidvania
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Blaster Master (NES)

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Blaster Master is a 1988 platforming metroidvania game for the NES developed by Sunsoft, famous for its seamless blend of vehicular and on-foot gameplay.

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Blaster Master (NES) ranks #44 of 198 in the Metroidvania ranking, behind Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return, ahead of Aeterna Noctis.

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Who developed and published the original Blaster Master game for the NES?

Blaster Master was developed and published by the Japanese video game company Sunsoft. It was originally released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.

Why does the player switch between a tank and a character on foot in Blaster Master?

The game is famous for its seamless blend of vehicular and on-foot gameplay mechanics. While the tank is used to explore the main map and defeat bosses, the player must exit the vehicle to explore narrow dungeons and fight enemies in top-down rooms.

What is the basic plot of the original Blaster Master on the NES?

The story follows a boy named Jason who chases his radioactive pet frog, Fred, down a massive hole. Jason discovers a heavily armed tank called SOPHIA and uses it to navigate an underground world to stop an evil empire.

Is Blaster Master considered a difficult game to beat?

Yes, the 1988 metroidvania is widely known for its high difficulty and unforgiving gameplay mechanics. The game also lacks a password or save system, requiring players to beat it in a single sitting.

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