The "Might and Magic NES" is a video game that was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1988. It is an early installment in the popular "Might and Magic" series, which has since expanded to include numerous sequels and spin-off titles. The game is a role-playing game (RPG) in which players control a party of characters as they explore a vast fantasy world, battling monsters, completing quests, and acquiring new items and abilities. The gameplay is heavily influenced by the tabletop RPGs of the time, with turn-based combat and a focus on character development and exploration. "Might and Magic NES" received generally positive reviews at the time of its release, with many praising its deep gameplay mechanics and immersive world. However, it was also criticized for its dated graphics and cumbersome user interface, which some found difficult to navigate.
However, it was also criticized for its dated graphics and cumbersome user interface, which some found difficult to navigate. Overall, "Might and Magic NES" remains a notable entry in the RPG genre and a precursor to the more polished and streamlined games that would come in later years. Its legacy can still be seen in the modern "Might and Magic" series, which continues to be popular among fans of fantasy role-playing games.
Polar Bears Past Bedtime (Magic Tree House (R) #12) (Paperback)
This is book number 12 in the Magic Tree House (R) series.
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- #8: Midnight on the Moon (Magic Tree House #8) (Prebound): $17.25
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- #50: Hurry Up, Houdini! (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission #50) (Hardcover): $12.99
- #51: High Time for Heroes (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission #51) (Hardcover): $15.67
Related Editions
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Description
The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system!
It's icicle city…when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie to the frozen Arctic. Luckily, a seal hunter on a dogsled lends them warm clothes. Unluckily, they get stuck on cracking ice. Will the giant polar bear save them? Or will Jack and Annie become frozen dinners?
Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid?
Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books
Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader
Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure
Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures
About the Author
MARY POPE OSBORNE is the author of the New York Times number one bestselling Magic Tree House series. She and her husband, writer Will Osborne (author of Magic Tree House: The Musical), live in northwestern Connecticut with their three dogs. Ms. Osborne is also the coauthor of the companion Magic Tree House Fact Trackers series with Will, and with her sister, Natalie Pope Boyce.
SAL MURDOCCA has illustrated more than 200 children's trade and text books. He is also a librettist for children's opera, a video artist, an avid runner, hiker, and bicyclist, and a teacher of children's illustration at the Parsons School of Design. Sal lives and works in New York with his wife, Nancy.
- Juvenile Fiction / People & Places / Polar Regions
- Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure
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Books 11 and 12 of the New York Times bestselling Magic Tree House series!
Lions at Lunchtime: 'Where are the lions?' Jack wonders when the Magic Tree House whisks him and his sister to the vast plains of Africa. Before he can find out, Annie starts to help hundreds of wildebeests cross a rushing river. Next they follow a honey of a bird and meet an awesome Masai warrior. Jack hopes any lions will just stay away. Jack is about to be very disappointed…
Polar Bears Past Bedtime: It's icicle city…when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie to the frozen Arctic. Luckily, a seal hunter on a dogsled lends them warm clothes. Unluckily, they get stuck on cracking ice. Will the giant polar bear save them? Or will Jack and Annie become frozen dinners?
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Reviews for "Classic RPG Gameplay: What Makes Mught and Magic NES Stand Out"
1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with Mught and Magic NES. The graphics were so outdated and the gameplay felt clunky. It was hard to navigate through the levels and the controls were not intuitive at all. The storyline was also boring and lacked depth. Overall, I found the game to be frustrating and not enjoyable to play.
2. Sarah - 1/5 - I couldn't stand Mught and Magic NES. The graphics were awful and the characters looked pixelated. The combat system was confusing and I struggled to understand how to use the different abilities and spells. The music was repetitive and became annoying after a while. I had high hopes for this game but it just didn't deliver. I would not recommend it to anyone.
3. David - 2/5 - Mught and Magic NES was a huge letdown for me. The gameplay was slow and repetitive. The levels lacked variety and I felt like I was doing the same thing over and over again. The controls were difficult to master, and I often found myself making mistakes and getting frustrated. The visuals and sound effects were outdated and did not immerse me in the game. I was expecting an exciting and immersive experience, but instead, I was bored and unimpressed.
4. Lisa - 1/5 - Mught and Magic NES was a waste of my time. The graphics were incredibly outdated and the characters looked like blocks. The gameplay was repetitive, and the level design was uninspiring. The story was poorly developed and lacked excitement. I struggled to find any redeeming qualities in this game and would not recommend it to anyone looking for an enjoyable gaming experience.