Battletoads

Is it really a classic if it features one gigantic flaw that ruins the experience? “Battletoads” is infamous for its difficulty, and I’d wager that the number of people who’ve seen past the third level is a small fraction of those who have actually played the game. I’ve actually gotten past that racing section, and, well, the rest of the game doesn’t get any easier or more well-designed than the first few levels. It’s a shame because the feel and variety of the opening levels is actually on point and promises a better game than what is delivered. Immensely overrated.

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