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To be able to move to the purgatory, Santos must open a door and, for that, he needs spiritual energy. The only way to get enough spiritual energy is gathering up to sixteen crucifixes in the graveyard. The problem is that it won’t be an easy task. The graveyard is infested of monsters. Santos...

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Developer
The Mojon Twins

Released on
2010

Size
1 Player

Version
NES

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Nintendo Entertainment System

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To be able to move to the purgatory, Santos must open a door and, for that, he needs spiritual energy. The only way to get enough spiritual energy is gathering up to sixteen crucifixes in the graveyard. The problem is that it won’t be an easy task.

The graveyard is infested of monsters. Santos, carrying a powerful shotgun, should be able to eliminate them without much of a hassle, although this won’t be always a good idea, because dead monsters will come back in the shape of winged spirits which will pursue you relentlessly and which are much more difficult to dodge. Luckily, they are almost blind so if you hide in the background and don’t move they will stop seeing you and they’ll go away.

Usually you can hide behind pinacles, big trees and the weeds growing in the corners or next to a wall. You will soon discover which places are good hideouts and which aren’t. If you think you are hiden but spirits keep approaching… Look for a better place!

Finding the best hideouts, being patient and shooting only when needed are the keys of success in your mission.

Zombie Calavera Prologue

Overview & History

Developed as a passion project for Nintendo Entertainment System hardware, Zombie Calavera Prologue is a charming homebrew platformer heavily inspired by Mexican folklore and the vibrant aesthetics of the Day of the Dead. Originally released in the modern indie retro scene, this title successfully bridges 8-bit technological constraints with contemporary level design sensibilities. Players step into the sandals of Xico, a spirited skeleton who must navigate a spectral underworld overrun by rogue undead creatures and hazardous terrain. The narrative unfolds through minimalist cutscenes that set a whimsical yet spooky tone, capturing the essence of classic retro horror comedies while celebrating traditional cultural motifs across its meticulously crafted stages.

Gameplay Features & Mechanics

Gameplay blends traditional precision platforming with inventive combat mechanics reminiscent of golden-era Capcom titles. Xico possesses a versatile move set; he can execute standard melee strikes with his trusty bone club, hurl projectile skulls to pick off flying ghouls from a distance, and perform a double-jump to clear treacherous chasms filled with bubbling lava and rising spikes. Exploration is rewarded with hidden collectibles and health upgrades scattered across branching vertical paths. The pixel art boasts vibrant color palettes, bringing dreary crypts and festive cemeteries to life. Boss encounters at the end of each stage require pattern memorization and strategic use of Xico's ranged attacks to exploit enemy weak points.