Gremlins 2 - The New Batch (USA)

In Gremlins 2 - The New Batch for the NES, players take on the role of Billy Peltzer, the familiar protagonist from the film. Your mission is to prevent the mischievous Gremlins from destroying and taking over the massive Clamp Center building. The game combines action and adventure elements, guiding you through various areas within the building, from offices and laboratories to television studios and other mysterious locations.

Billy begins his journey with a basic weapon: tomatoes. However, throughout the game, you can collect light bulbs – the in-game currency – to purchase weapon upgrades at hidden shops. These upgrades include exploding tomatoes with greater destructive power and super tomatoes that fire faster, helping Billy more effectively deal with the increasingly numerous and dangerous Gremlins. Additionally, Billy can find other support items like health vials to restore his health.

The gameplay is primarily side-scrolling with platforming elements, requiring players to jump over obstacles and avoid traps. Your main enemies are countless Gremlins of various forms and abilities, from regular Gremlins to more dangerous variants like flying Gremlins or giant Gremlins. Each area features a unique boss that you must defeat, such as the Brain Gremlin or Mohawk, each requiring a specific strategy to overcome.

One important point to note is water. In the world of Gremlins, water is the most dangerous element as it causes Mogwai to multiply into Gremlins. Therefore, players must be careful to avoid puddles or water sources to prevent creating more enemies. Gremlins 2 - The New Batch offers a challenging yet engaging experience, recreating the humorous yet intense atmosphere of the original film.