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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker - Action Classic

SEGA Genesis
Action
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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker hit the SEGA Genesis in 1990, a side-scrolling action game that turned the King of Pop into a video game hero. Published by Sega, it arrived on the Genesis and Master System in the same year, later appearing in arcades on Mega-Tech hardware. This isn't a platformer or a typical beat 'em up - it's a unique licensed title built around its music icon. The player controls Michael Jackson as he rescues kidnapped children across several stages. The core gameplay involves walking left to right, using dance moves to attack enemies. Michael can spin, slide, and perform special dance attacks that stun or defeat foes. Collecting items lets him summon a giant robot or unleash a powerful screen-clearing dance. His pet monkey Bubbles also makes an appearance to help. Moonwalker is a fascinating artifact of its era, blending a pop superstar's identity with straightforward action. It's not a deep or complex game, but its oddball charm and Michael Jackson's music make it memorable. For retro fans, it's a novelty worth trying at least once - just don't expect more than a simple side-scrolling brawler with a heavy dose of pop star flair.

GAME INFO

Platform: SEGA Genesis
Genre: Action
Released: 1990
Players: 1
Region: Japan, USA, Europe

How to play Michael Jackson's Moonwalker online

When you start Moonwalker, you see Michael Jackson in a stage. The goal is to rescue children scattered across the level. Walk to the right, using the Arrow Keys. Press X to jump, and S to perform a dance attack. Enemies come from both sides. Your basic dance move knocks them back. Holding S while moving let's you run.

The core loop: find children, touch them to rescue them. Each child fills a meter at the bottom. When full, press Z to summon a giant robot that walks forward and destroys enemies. You can also collect stars to perform a special dance that clears the screen. Watch out for obstacles like pits and spikes. Lives are limited.

New players should focus on learning attack timing. The dance moves have a short range, so get close. Don't hesitate to use the special moves when surrounded. Levels end after you rescue a certain number of children. There's no continues, so be careful. The game is straightforward but requires patience against certain enemy patterns.

CONTROLS

Controls

Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
X: A button
S: B button
Z: C button
A: X button (6-button pad)
Q: Y button (6-button pad)
E: Z button (6-button pad)
Enter: Start / Mode

Michael Jackson's Moonwalker FAQ

Who developed Michael Jackson's Moonwalker?

The game was developed and published by Sega for the SEGA Genesis in 1990.

What makes Michael Jackson's Moonwalker stand out among SEGA Genesis titles of its era?

Its star power and surreal concept - a side-scrolling action game starring Michael Jackson with dance combat, robot transforms, and child rescue - set it apart from more conventional platformers and beat 'em ups of the time.

Which regions was Michael Jackson's Moonwalker released in?

It saw release in Japan, North America, and Europe, with the World version being the most widely distributed.

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