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Between 1992 and 1994, Acclaim Entertainment, under various subsidiaries, published three video games named The Incredible Crash Dummies, based on the line of toys of the same name developed by Tyco Toys.
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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 The Incredible Crash Dummies
Score is awarded based on the player's performance, specifically how well they are able to avoid obstacles and prevent crashing into things prematurely. The game is a platforming action game divided into five areas. Gray Matter developed another one that was released for the SNES, Sega Genesis and Amiga.
Loosely based upon the 1993 FOX Kids animated TV special, the player controls Slick to rescue Dr. The NES version of the game has an original storyline, wherein Slick and Spin must rescue Daryl (erroneously referred to as "Darryl" throughout the instruction manual), Spare Tire, and Bumper from Junkman. Based upon the idea of Slick and Spin trying to save money for a vacation, this version of the game is composed of varying different minigames, including a stunt jump, ski slalom course, and bomb disposal.
How The Incredible Crash Dummies Plays
Rather than taking damage in the traditional sense, Slick will lose a limb when he collides with an enemy or a hazard. Software Creations developed two of these. Loosely based upon the 1993 FOX Kids animated TV special, the player controls Slick to rescue Dr.
One of the Junkbots serve as the area's midlevel boss with Junkman as the game's final boss. Between 1992 and 1994, Acclaim Entertainment, under various subsidiaries, published three video games named , based on the line of toys of the same name developed by Tyco Toys. In this version only, Slick rides a unicycle, which can be pushed back by enemies and stage hazards.
Why Players Still Load It Up
The NES version of the game has an original storyline, wherein Slick and Spin must rescue Daryl (erroneously referred to as "Darryl" throughout the instruction manual), Spare Tire, and Bumper from Junkman. If he loses all limbs and takes further damage, his head will fall off, causing him to lose a life. In April 1994, the German magazine gave both the Game Gear and the Master System version a rating of 79% on the fun factor, stating that this game is an absolute prime example of the fact that a module can spread a lot of fun even without elaborate technology.
The game is a platforming action game divided into five areas. In October 1993, EGMs Mike Weigand gave the game a 4/10, noting the game's "never appealing idea", and that "this version proves the point", stating that, "this side-scrolling, survive the levels-type game is cute at times", but additionally disapproved "the poor control", and was dissatisfied that the game's "mandatory cheap hits by enemies ruin things". In January 1994, the Australian magazine MegaZone gave the Genesis version a 58% score, noting that it's "[o]bviously intended for younger players, Crash Dummies lacks sophistication, an is not really relevant to serious gamesters." In February 1994, GamePro magazine gave the Genesis version three 4/5 scores for graphics, control, and fun factor, and a 3.5/5 rating for sound.
The Incredible Crash Dummies — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play The Incredible Crash Dummies online for free?
Absolutely. The full game loads in the player at the top of this page and runs right in your browser — no installs, no plugins, no waiting.
Do I need a controller to play The Incredible Crash Dummies?
No. Keyboard controls work out of the box (see the controls panel), and any USB or Bluetooth gamepad is detected automatically.
Who developed The Incredible Crash Dummies?
Development was handled by Acclaim Entertainment, with Acclaim Entertainment publishing the release.
Where can I buy the original The Incredible Crash Dummies?
See the "Other Places You Can Get This Game" section below the article for legitimate places to buy real-world versions.