Dr Franken (GB)

In Dr Franken (GB/GBC), players control Franky, a Frankenstein's monster, on a quest to rescue his girlfriend, Bitsy. Bitsy has been dismembered, and Franky's mission is to traverse the castle and surrounding areas to find her lost body parts. This is a classic platformer title, requiring players to exhibit precise movement skills and problem-solving abilities.

The gameplay of Dr Franken focuses on exploring expansive levels, filled with obstacles, enemies, and puzzles. Franky can jump, climb, and attack enemies with a basic weapon, typically a punch or a similar object. Along the way, players will need to collect important items, including Bitsy's body parts, as well as items that restore health or provide temporary special abilities.

Levels are designed like mazes, often featuring hidden pathways and areas that need to be unlocked. To progress, players may need to find keys, activate switches, or solve simple puzzles. Enemies appear in various forms, from small creatures to larger bosses that require strategy to defeat. Franky has a health bar and a limited number of lives; players need to be careful to avoid losing lives and having to restart from the beginning of a level or a checkpoint.

The ultimate goal is to collect all of Bitsy's parts and bring them back to the laboratory to revive her. The game offers a spooky yet humorous atmosphere, characteristic of early platformers on the Game Boy system. Simple yet effective pixel graphics, along with haunting music, create a unique experience for players.