Dudes with Attitude - Game Overview
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Dudes with Attitude is an unlicensed NES puzzle game published by American Video Entertainment in 1990. The game recently received an official Famicom release by ITG.Soft in 2024, marking a unique case of a bootleg game receiving an authorized re-release decades later.
Gameplay Mechanics
The core gameplay revolves around color-matching mechanics. Players control a "dude" character who can change colors and must collect items matching their current color. A level is completed when all items are collected and the player reaches the exit. The game features 32 levels in total, with stage 31 specifically requiring the "teamwork" mode to complete.
Game Features
Character Selection: The game offers six playable characters, known as "Dudes":
Happy
Dude
Foxy
Babe
Patch
Bozo
Game Modes and Features:
Single-player campaign
Two-player mode
Level creator functionality
Password system for progress saving
Development Background
The game was developed by Michael and Cam Crick, as credited on the title screen. The gameplay shares significant similarities with another AVE title, "Trolls On Treasure Island." As an unlicensed NES game, it represents an interesting piece of 1990s independent game development.
Release History
1990: Original NES release by American Video Entertainment (unlicensed)
2024: Official Famicom release by ITG.Soft
Pre-order packages included an exclusive guidebook
Features official licensing and authorization
Legacy
Despite its unlicensed origins, Dudes with Attitude stands out as a notable puzzle game in the NES library, thanks to its unique gameplay mechanics and variety of game modes. The 2024 Famicom release, over three decades after its initial launch, demonstrates the game's enduring appeal and cultural significance in the retro gaming community.
Note: This game is part of American Video Entertainment's diverse catalog, which includes other titles like Blackjack, Deathbots, F-15 City War, and Venice Beach Volleyball.