TanBeard Plays | Felix the Cat (NES & Game Boy) | Full Gameplay – No Commentary | Revised Version

Before Bugs Bunny from the classic Looney Tunes shorts and Mickey Mouse in his debut in Steamboat Willie, let's talk about a friendly and charming cat from the silent film era. For those who didn’t grow up with the Felix the Cat series, it features one of the first cartoon characters that revolutionized early animation. Created by animator Otto Messmer, Felix is known for his joyful wit and his magical bag, which he carries on his adventures. This bag is a mystery, as Felix often uses it to solve problems by pulling out random items. It not only helps him but also assists other characters. Plus, he needs to protect his bag of tricks from being stolen by Professor Nutty Nut Meg. Seems very cliché, but it works. The character debuted in 1919 on his short Feline Follies, which, at the time, was impressive in the black-and-white era, and not many people talked about it when it was overshadowed by the likes of Mickey Mouse. Even to this day, the shorts were cool as the cat became a pop culture icon, spanning the arrival of sound cartoons, a comic strip, before having less attention from the Van Beuren Studios, then it had a revival animated TV series in 1953, and also had another show, The Twisted Tales, in 1995. Felix's popularity grew with a wide range of merchandise, including a mascot for international translation and a variety of other products. But with the highlight containing all the remaining shorts that conveyed a sense of silliness, someone at Hudson Soft thought it was a good idea to turn this from a talking cat in the silent era and a T.V series into a video game obscurity. Now, in this gameplay video, I'm comparing the NES and Game Boy versions because they play the same game, but with graphical differences and the main gameplay that matters, if you'd rather stick with either one. I don't own the original cartridges for these games, but I do have the modern re-releases bundled with the PS5 version from Limited Run Games. Some people recall that it came with a physical copy that was emulated on disc, which also included an unreleased Japanese version that was planned but didn't see the light of day until it became available through the collection. So, I'm glad I got them before they get overpriced on eBay. In fact, the NES version could be a little expensive since most gamers never played it as children. Correct me if I'm wrong. I'll summarize what the game has to offer. It’s probably the most underrated NES game I played when I discovered it on emulation. When I first checked out some of the games that didn't get the recognition, I thought this would turn out to be forgettable. But as I got through the later stages and the controls, it’s a pretty solid game that pushes the hardware limits for 1990s standards. In the game, Félix must travel to nine stages and rescue his girlfriend, Kitty, from the evil Professor, and uses his magic bag of tricks as he transforms into a special ability. I still don't get why the bag is pulling out some random stuff from inside, but who cares. It's a damn game based on a cartoon. To progress in the game, you need to collect ten of Felix's heads, which will cause a heart to appear and equip you with a tuxedo that allows you to control a tank. Collecting five of Felix's heads will also grant your milk bottles extra life, which can be quite helpful when facing one of the final bosses. I found these bosses to be relatively easy to defeat. Overall, the game feels a bit simplistic, but it's still enjoyable, especially for experienced players who excel at it. I agree that Felix should continue to have his own games in the future. As I said, this is the only NES game we have in the United States, along with the Game Boy version, both developed by Hudson Soft. And what's strange is that there was an interactive PC game called Giant Electronic Comic Book, and another game, Baby Felix Tennis on PS1, based on the Japanese show. And none of them have ever been discussed throughout the iconic mascot's lifespan. Also, the final boss was quite challenging; it took me several attempts during my second playthrough to defeat the Professor and save Kitty. With its charming backgrounds, nearly perfect controls, and decent music, this game is worth checking out. It reminds me of Kirby’s Adventure but with a cartoon cat as the protagonist. If you enjoy the entire length of the gameplay and a diehard cartoon historian, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to my channel! Gameplay videos are on the way, and I hope you all have a great summer. Follow me on - tanbeardgaming95's Instagram Follow me on - tanbeardgaming.bsky.social #felix #felixthecat #nintendoentertainmentsystem #gameboy #hudsonsoft #RetroGaming #platformergames #FullGameplay #NoCommentary #gameplayvideo #fyp