Txupinazo!

Txupinazo!

Overview & History

Developed as a remarkable homebrew title for the classic ColecoVision, Txupinazo! immerses players in the vibrant, high-energy atmosphere of the famous San Fermín festival in Pamplona, Spain. Released long after the console's commercial heyday by dedicated retro enthusiasts, this game captures the thrilling chaos of the running of the bulls combined with traditional Basque culture. The title itself refers to the explosive rocket that officially kicks off the week-long festivities. Pushing the ColecoVision's hardware limits, the developers crafted a culturally rich, visually distinct arcade-style experience that stands out in the console's historical library as a testament to ongoing homebrew creativity.

Gameplay Features & Mechanics

Players control a traditional festival-goer dressed in the iconic white outfit with a red sash and neckerchief, navigating through narrow, cobblestone streets. The core mechanic revolves around avoiding charging fighting bulls while collecting hidden items like wine skins and festive banners to maximize your score. Unlike standard platformers, your character can execute a brief tactical sprint and a specialized lateral dodge to narrowly evade the thundering hooves of the livestock closing in from behind. Timing and spatial awareness are critical, as dead ends and barricades require quick reflexes. The game features multiple escalating stages, shifting from dawn street runs into walled plazas where players must leap over obstacles and outmaneuver increasingly aggressive bulls across increasingly complex, maze-like urban layouts.

Keyboard Controls

• Arrow Keys / D-Pad: Move character through the streets and navigate menus
• Action Keys: Sprint or perform a specialized dodge maneuver
• Enter: Start / Pause the game