Beauty & The Beast: Belle's Quest (Genesis) Playthrough [4K]
7"Disney's Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Quest" for the Sega Genesis is a platform video game released in 1993, based on Disney's animated film Beauty and the Beast. Developed by Software Creations and published by Sunsoft, the game offers players the chance to embark on an adventure as the iconic character Belle, following a storyline that complements the events of the movie.
Players control Belle as she sets out to rescue her father Maurice, who has been imprisoned by the Beast in his enchanted castle. It features side-scrolling platforming gameplay across various levels inspired by locations from the film. Along the way, Belle can collect items like roses and gems to earn points and bonuses. Interactions with villagers and mini-games offer some enjoyment, but the main platforming sections lack depth and become tedious. Belle lack attack abilities and the enemy encounters become repetitive.
The game's levels offers a mix of platforming challenges, puzzles, and enemy encounters. Players must utilize Belle's abilities, such as jumping and ducking, to progress through each stage and ultimately reach the Beast's castle to rescue Maurice. Throughout the game, players encounter characters from the film, including Gaston, who serves as a recurring antagonist. Players must outwit Gaston and other foes while staying true to Belle's quest to save her father and uncover the secrets of the castle.
Overall, "Disney's Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Quest" offers some enjoyment for players who wants to relive key moments from the movie it's based on. It features colorful graphics and animations that capture the charm. Unfortuntely, the game lacks depth and won't appeal to hardcore players.