Johnny Bazookatone
| Johnny Bazookatone | |
|---|---|
Platform | |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Johnny Bazookatone is a platforming
Reception
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
AllGame |   (PS1)[7] |
| Electronic Gaming Monthly | 7.625/10 (PS1)[2] |
| Next Generation | (SAT)[5] |
| Maximum | (SAT, PS1)[3][4] |
| Sega Saturn Magazine | 53% (SAT)[6] |
Reviewing the PlayStation version, the four reviewers of Electronic Gaming Monthly praised the sharply detailed graphics, the player character's complex moves, and the high level of difficulty. They summarized "If you are looking for a great side-scrolling game, Johnny B. is your man!"[2] A brief review in GamePro said that the game's graphics and music are the strong points, while the sometimes inaccurate controls is the main weak point.[8] Maximum panned the game, criticizing the poor sprite detection and dull level design.[4]
Reviewing the Saturn version, Sam Hickman of
Scary Larry gave the 3DO version overall approval as well. While criticizing the awkward controls and lack of gameplay innovation, he found the game's "hip and well drawn" graphics, mixture of funk and house music, and overall style were enough to recommend it.[10]
References
- ^ "Johnny Bazookatone (1996) release dates".
- ^ a b "Johnny Bazookatone Review". Electronic Gaming Monthly. No. 81. Ziff Davis. April 1996. p. 34.
- ^ Emap International Limited: 141. March 1996.
- ^ Emap International Limited: 151. March 1996.
- ^ Imagine Media. March 1996. p. 82.
- ^ Emap International Limited: 74–75.
- ^ "Johnny Bazookatone (PlayStation) Review". Archived from the original on 16 November 2014.
- ^ "Quick Hits: Johnny Bazookatone". GamePro. No. 90. IDG. March 1996. p. 72.
- ^ "ProReview: Johnny Bazookatone". GamePro. No. 90. IDG. March 1996. p. 58.
- ^ "ProReview: Johnny Bazookatone". GamePro. No. 91. IDG. April 1996. p. 82.
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