Popeye

Popeye NES is an arcade game developed by Nintendo and released for the NES console in 1984. The game is based on the popular animated series of the same name.

The main objective of the player is to control Popeye, moving through different screens to collect items that Olive Oyl throws down. These items are typically hearts, musical notes, or letters, depending on the stage.

Popeye's biggest challenge is the antagonist Brutus (Bluto), who constantly tries to hinder him. Brutus will chase Popeye and attempt to attack him. If Popeye is touched by Brutus, the player loses a life.

Besides Brutus, there are other obstacles such as falling bottles thrown by Sea Hag from above, or other objects that can pose a danger. Players must skillfully avoid all these threats.

To deal with Brutus, Popeye can use a can of spinach that periodically appears on the screen. When Popeye eats spinach, he becomes stronger for a short period, allowing him to knock out Brutus with a single punch. Brutus will be temporarily stunned and will return after a few seconds. This is an opportunity for Popeye to collect more items without interference.

The game features three different stages that loop. In the first stage, Popeye must collect 24 hearts thrown by Olive Oyl from a balcony. In the second stage, Popeye collects 24 musical notes on a ship, while Brutus and Sea Hag cause trouble. The third stage is a boxing ring where Popeye must collect 16 letters forming the word "HELP" while Brutus continuously attacks.

Occasionally, special items like buckets of water or pineapples can be picked up and thrown at Brutus to stun him for a moment.

Popeye NES requires players to have quick reflexes and good positioning to both collect items and avoid enemies. The game is not overly complex in its mechanics but is highly entertaining and evokes a sense of nostalgia for those who love classic arcade games.