Beetlejuice (USA)

In the Beetlejuice game for the NES, players take on the role of the eccentric and mischievous ghost, Beetlejuice, with the primary goal of helping the Deetz family rid their home of pesky spirits haunting it. The gameplay is primarily a platformer combined with adventure elements, where you must navigate through various rooms of the house, each serving as a level with its own unique challenges.

A unique mechanic of the game involves collecting "scare power," often represented by music notes. Once enough scare power is collected, Beetlejuice can transform into various forms such as a snake, a monster, or other bizarre shapes. Each transformation grants special abilities or more powerful attacks to deal with enemies. Instead of direct combat, your objective is often to "scare" the spirits until they disappear.

Players will need to overcome obstacles, avoid, and attack various types of ghostly enemies. There are challenging boss battles at the end of each major area. Additionally, the game incorporates some puzzle-solving and item collection elements to unlock new areas or enhance your abilities. Beetlejuice's health bar needs to be carefully managed, and you can find items to replenish health or scare power scattered throughout the levels. The game is known for its unique, humorous, yet challenging nature.