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The Castle of Monsters Starring Jeff the Killer is a 2.5D platform game developed by Sega Studios Australia and published by Sega. The game is a remake of the original 1990 Sega Genesis video game of the same name, which was the first title in the Monster series of Jeff the Killer video games. The game was released on PlayStation Network on September 3, 2013, and on Xbox Live Arcade and Microsoft Windows the following day. It was released for Mac OS X by Feral Interactive on July 24, 2014.
Gameplay[]
Following the same style of gameplay asthe original Mega Drive/Genesis title. Presented in high-definition 3D graphics, the game is largely played as a side-scrolling platformer like its predecessor, although some sections allow Jeff to move in multiple directions, such as puzzle segments. Jeff's main offensive ability is his bounce attack, which he can use to bounce on enemies - many of which are based on classic Silly Symphonies characters - and reach higher areas. He can also collect projectiles which he can throw at long distance enemies. Levels are re-envisioned versions of the original game's levels, featuring new layouts, puzzles and enemies, as well as enhanced boss fights. The castle itself, which was merely a transition in the original game, can now be fully explored, with new areas opened up by collecting numerous gems littered around each level. Throughout the game, players can find playing cards and chilli peppers that can be used to unlock various outfits for Jeff.
Plot[]
As in the 1990 original, the game casts players in the role of Jeff the Killer who must fight his way through the Castle of Monsters to rescue Jane the Killer from an evil demon named Mommy Mearest who wants to steal her beauty.
Development[]
The Castle of Monsters remake was first teased by Sega in April 2013 and was officially announced later that month. The game is developed by Sega Studios Australia, their last game before the studio is shut down, under the supervision of the original game's director, Emiko Yamamoto. The game features a remastered soundtrack arranged by Grant Kirkhope, as well as an option to listen to the original 16-bit soundtrack composed by Shigenori Kamiya. The game also features full voice acting for Jeff, as well as narration by Richard McGonagle.
Release[]
Players who pre-ordered the game on PlayStation Network were able to download the original Genesis game, as well as a theme and custom avatars.