Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1995 on the Super Nintendo, this retro classic from its publisher is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow – originally released as Donald in Maui Mallard – is a platforming video game developed and published by Disney Interactive. A Microsoft Windows port was released in North America in November 1996.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
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The Story Behind Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow
The Mega Drive version was released in Brazil and Europe, while the Genesis version was only available on the Sega Channel in North America. By the 1996 holiday shopping season, the CD-based PlayStation and Saturn consoles had achieved a significant presence in the market, making third party publishers reluctant to spend money on expensive cartridges for consoles such as the Super NES. The European and Brazilian versions for Mega Drive have dozens of gameplay differences, both graphical (some sprites were added or changed, for example, dust appeared under Maui's feet) and software (bugs fixed, all passwords changed, etc.).
It was this late version (not the European ROM) that served as the basis for the port on the PC. Inspirations for Maui Mallard included the television shows Hawaii 5-0 and Magnum P.I., martial arts films, and the games Earthworm Jim, Gunstar Heroes, and Vectorman. Visitors could play the full game for an unlimited period of time and interact with Attractions Hosts and Hostesses who were available to play against them and share tips and tricks.
How Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow Plays
It was also ported by Eurocom Entertainment Software to the SNES and released in North America in January 1997, in Europe mostly in autumn 1996 (although the SNES version was released in Germany at the end of 1995), and in Japan on December 20, 1996. Ultimately, the location of Shabuhm Shabuhm is revealed, and Maui goes head-to-head with the witch doctor at his Mojo Stronghold over the idol. The game was released in Europe in November 1995, and in Brazil in spring 1997 for the Sega Mega Drive.
However, once the player reaches the second level, Maui transforms into Cold Shadow, his ninja alter ego, who defends himself with short-range attacks using a bo staff. On Mega Drive, however, Maui needs to collect red ninja tokens instead, the amount of white tokens being useful for metamorphosis alone. Maui Mallard is a "medium-boiled" detective visiting a tropical island when the mysterious Shabuhm Shabuhm idol goes missing.
Why Players Still Load It Up
Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow – originally released as Donald in Maui Mallard (Japanese: Donald Duck no Maui Mallard (ドナルドダックのマウイマラード)) – is a platforming video game developed and published by Disney Interactive. Footage for the game was shown on YouTube in March 2022. The game was released in Europe in November 1995, and in Brazil in spring 1997 for the Sega Mega Drive.
Critics found problems with the controls and East said the Windows version is too choppy in full screen mode. Maui survives the volcano, and the islanders put him through the "test of duckhood", which Maui passes, gaining the natives' trust. The natives tell Maui that the only one who knows the location of Shabuhm Shabuhm has long since died, and Maui goes to recover his remains from the bottom of the sea before going through the land of the dead to escort his soul into rest.
Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save my progress in Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow?
Yes. Create a free account and the player unlocks save states — snapshot your progress at any moment and resume later on any device.
How many players does Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow support?
This browser version of Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow handles 1 player(s).
Can I play Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow online for free?
Yes — Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow runs directly in your browser on this page. There is nothing to download or install; the game boots in the player above.
Do I need a controller to play Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow?
A gamepad is optional. The keyboard mapping shown on this page works immediately, and plugging in a USB or Bluetooth controller switches the player over on its own.