Product reviewsMichael Jackson's Moonwalker (Sega Genesis, 1990)

Not bad for a whacked out leading man and premise

I am pretty picky about what video games I decide to play. There are games I initially scoffed at and vowed to never play. But, because of a friend who was more of an equal opportunity player, I would have a chance to play the game without actually investing in it. Surprisingly, many of these encounters changed my view towards the game and I would actually find myself developing a fondness for it. Moonwalker is a text book example of that.

The idea of Micheal Jackson as the protagonist based on the premise of his Moonwalker movie/video is just as strange or if not stranger today than it was in the early 90s. My first reaction when I played Moonwalker was to laugh incessantly. After my gutbusting laughter subsided, I was surprised to see that there was actually a game to be played. The synthesized version of "Smooth Criminal" was what started to win me over.

The graphics are of average Genesis grade. Nothing great or noteworthy except the animation of MJ doing his jive walk and dance moves. Sound is the main showcase here. The faithful renditions of Jackson's songs are done well. Jackson's catchphrases (if you can call them that since they are mostly howls and oohs) add to the character, but I found that they provided more comic relief than anything else. Usually a game as dressed up as Moonwalker skimps on substance for style. The controls are simple and easy to pick up. Moonwalker also provides enough challenge to keep most players playing. Don't expect to pick this game up and think it will be a breeze.

I am glad I was able to get the chance to play Moonwalker and see past any prejudice I had against it. Moonwalker has always had a novelty quality to it, but also had a solid game to back it up. That doesn't happen often, but it is nice when it does.Read full review...

Ohhh....the nostalgia!

Received the product timely. Tried the game to make sure it worked. Haven't finished it as I have quite the backlog. The price was a good value considering what the retro gaming market has become...Read full review...

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Just as good as I remembered

This game is a reproduction but just as good as the original. I’ve had a lot of fun playing it and remembering the good old days ;)

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: atpgaming

Shamone!

This game is dope. It is challenging, if you like side scrolling 80s platformers. It's like if you mixed Shinobi with E-SWAT. It also has a great soundtrack. Prepare to practice practice practice.

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GOOD GAME

Michael Jackson's Moonwalkeris the name of several video games created by Sega and U.S. Gold in 1990 that incorporate the personage of and were co-developed by Michael Jackson. The arcade version, home console version and home computer versions all differ in terms of gameplay, but the story and concept remain constant. The story, which is taken from the Moonwalkerfilm, follows Michael, using various music and dance related abilities, on a quest to save kidnapped children from the hands of the evil "Mr. Big". The games incorporated synthesized versions of the musician's hits, such as "Beat It" and "Smooth Criminal". The games have now achieved cult status and are remembered for being a memorable point in Jackson's change to a different stageRead full review...

Amazing!!!!

I got this for my husband for Christmas. I tested it myself to make sure it worked. He opened it and absolutely adored it. Thank you so much!!!

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Perfect

Love this game and MJ. Came in mint condition and includes everything shown in photos.

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The game works perfectly fine. Very satisfied

The game works perfectly fine. Very satisfied

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: vibranthealth144

Great game

Got exactly what I ordered

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Collectors item

Excellent game. The soundtrack is great. A great add addition to your genesis library.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: nerdlots