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challenge me

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 27, 2008
Author: Amazon User

For YEARS I've heard the stories how this game is supposed to be the hardest, most frustrating game ever made. Does it live up to the hype? Yes, and it delivers in enjoyable gameplay as well.

It's not a forgotten masterpiece or anything (any game that has a difficulty THIS extremely high makes it very hard to call it a classic) but for a challenge that's guaranteed to satisfy anyone who dares to accept it, it's a quality game. If anything, Super Ghouls and Ghosts gives us a look back when Super NES games were short and sweet... oh I'm sorry, Game Boy Advance games.

NnyCW for Capcom City

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: June 09, 2005
Author: Amazon User

Simply put, this is one of the best games ever made. (and not to mention, one of the more difficult as well.) You play as Arthur and fight off wave after wave of demon's and other beasts and some of the boss fights are just impressive to behold. But just don't expect this to be a game you can beat in one sitting. No matter how much you've leveled up your shields, one hit and you're back to having a pair of boxer-shorts as your only protection. So, despite the difficulty curve some people might have to overcome to enjoy this classic game, as long as you're not the kind of person that would throw down your GBA after dying a few times, this game is highly recommended. NnyCW for Capcom City

A very challenging game that will give you MANY hours of fun

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 08, 2005
Author: Amazon User

This game is DIFFICULT. It took me a few weeks just to finish the first level and kill off the first boss. But I just couldn't put it down. I played this many times (original version) back in the late 80s. Its one of the best video games ever made. The sound, graphics (pretty good even though not 3D. Its just my favorite GBA game and I have 13 games. Buy it only if you are at least somewhat smart ; ).

Hardest game I've ever beat.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 15, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Wow, what a game. The theme is just stupid cool. The soundtrack is pleasing. The gameplay....insanely difficult! Real tough! When I went through this game all the way it was on SNES....it took me 4 months on easy! I had to leave my SNES on for the whole 4 months. I wish I would have had this gameboy version that lets you save:( If you like a challenge, this is truely the game for you.

The key to enjoying this game...

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: April 17, 2004
Author: Amazon User

...is to have the right weapon. Literally.
To reduce the difficulty in this game as much as possible, look for the weapon that fires diagonally.

The Pros:
1. Nostalgic Value: This was one of my first games for the SNES. 2. Great Music: I remember all the songs even after losing the game 10 years before.
3. Cartrage Save Feature: not only does it allow you to take a break without losing your progress, but you can also make it so you start every stage with the best upgrade.
4. Arrange mode: New stages add to the variety.

Cons: 1. You have to go through the game twice to beat it, and the item you must obtain in the second quest is very awkward and clumsy to use. However, you can get it on the first runthrough in "Arrange mode"
2. in "Arrange mode", you have to beat a level with upgraded armor(which means making it to the boss and then beating it without taking a hit) to get a new stage instead of the SNES stage

3. the difficulty CAN be annoying in several places, especially with those darn gargoyals.

4. No Sound test. The SNES Version had one, why not this?

Overall, this game is not too bad. I only gave it three stars because of the whole second quest deal and the expectation that you be an expert to see any new stages.

One of the best side scrolling action games ever!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: April 03, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Classic game. Yes, the game is difficult, but its not impossible to beat. I can proudly say I have won this game! I find the challenge curve to be exciting and not dull. This version is much better than the SNES version cause you can save your position on the cart without having to use a silly password.

An excellent game is revived

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: February 24, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Back in the day, Capcom released a side-scrolling action-adventure game that would go onto become a classic. That game was called Ghosts And Goblins. Even today, the game remains a cult classic. It's not surprising that with the arrival of Nintendo's new gaming system, the Super Nintendo, Capcom wished to make a sequel to their NES classic, which has since been ported to the Game Boy Advance. How does Super Ghouls And Ghosts measure up? Read on for my review.

PROS:
-VERY GOOD GRAPHICS FOR THIS KIND OF GAME. Although this was one of the first games ever made for the Super Nintendo, it remains one of the best LOOKING ones that doesn't use the Super FX chip or advanced computer modeling.
-PLAY CONTROL IS SIMPLE AND TO THE POINT. Jump, shoot, and move. It doesn't get much easier than that to control your character. When it comes to play control, simple is best, and this game demonstrates that beautifully.
-ATMOSPHERE. The game's got spooky music (music is probably my favorite thing about this game), a variety of monsters, and a cool hero character. It's especially funny when your character in armor gets hit and is forced to run around in his underwear.
-COOL ITEMS, OLD AND NEW. The game has the weapons you loved in the first game, like the spear and torch, plus new items like special suits of armor that enhance your abilities.

CONS:
-NOT MUCH DIFFERENT FROM THE FIRST GAME. The first game on the NES was an excellent game for its time, and while this is an excellent sequel, it just doesn't make enough improvements on its predecessor.
-STILL INSANELY HARD. Take two hits and you're dead. This game isn't nearly as hard as its NES precedessor, but it's still difficult nonetheless, so don't expect a free ride.
-NOTHING REVOLUTIONARY. This is a good game, but it's nothing we haven't seen before.

OVERALL:
Overall, this is an excellent game. If you own a Game Boy Advance that's just gathering dust, head down to your local games dealer and buy this game. If you're a fan of side-scrolling action/adventure games, it's doubtful you'll be disappointed with this one.

Ghouls'n Ghosts is not for the easily frustrated!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 10, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Okay! The game is hard!!! The game play is fun!!! It is gonna take forever to advance through the levels but it has beautiful graphics, wonderful sound and an addictive atmosphere all its own.
Try the different weapons out in various sections to see which will help you survive best! I was so happy to find this classic for the GBA. Did I ever love this on my old Sega Genesis 16!!!!
What high blood pressure?!!! Who me? Get going again dear Arthur!!!!!

I liked the Genesis version...this one makes me cringe...

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 01, 2003
Author: Amazon User

What happened? Why is this game so hard? If you can past even the first level, you're gonna have sore thumbs. The Genesis version was actually FUN, this is not. You gotta be some kind of Super Ghouls 'N' Ghosts supreme hardcore gamer to even beat this game. Matter of fact, has anyone even beat this game yet?...

Really Really Really Hard

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 2
Date: June 04, 2003
Author: Amazon User

This game is difficult. If you manage to get past the third level you are a hardcore gamer. This game rocket science seem easy. i would only recommend this game if your up for the challenge of getting killed after cheap shots and no check points in the middle of the level at all. The frustration level of getting all the way to the boss and dying after a cheap shot and having to start the level all over again is only for someone who wants the glory of saying they beat this game. All i can say is good luck.

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