Yo! Noid (USA)

In Yo! Noid, players take on the role of Noid, the iconic Domino's Pizza mascot, tasked with saving the city from the destructive antics of Mr. Green and his army of monsters. This is a classic side-scrolling action platformer for the NES.

Noid can run, jump, and primarily uses his trusty yo-yo as his main weapon to dispatch enemies. Throughout the levels, players must navigate various obstacles, avoid traps, and defeat different types of creatures. The game features several power-ups that Noid can collect, such as pizza slices for health or points, and magic scrolls that grant special abilities like throwing a giant yo-yo or creating a protective shield.

A distinctive and unique aspect of Yo! Noid lies in its end-of-level boss battles. Instead of a straightforward combat encounter, Noid and the boss engage in a card-matching mini-game. This is a memory or number-matching game where both players flip cards and try to find matching pairs. Players need to remember the positions of the cards to make matches. If Noid wins, he receives bonus points or valuable items. Conversely, if he loses, Noid will take damage or suffer some form of penalty. This mechanic adds an element of strategy and chance, making the boss encounters more engaging and distinct from typical platformer games.

The ultimate goal is to defeat Mr. Green and restore peace to the city. With its colorful graphics and engaging gameplay, Yo! Noid offers a unique entertainment experience for NES game enthusiasts.