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The Pirates of Dark Water
SNES · Released May 1, 1994 · Developed by Sunsoft Osaka · Published by Playtronic
★ 79Total 79Single playerCo-operativeSplit screen
FightingPlatformHack and slash/Beat 'em upAction
Summary
Based on a cartoon series by the same name, The Pirates of Dark Water is a side scrolling fighting game similar to Final Fight or Streets of Rage.
The player chooses a character, from among Prince Ren and his two companions Tula and Ioz, who differ in strength and agility, but who use the same basic attacks. There are two attack buttons, one for fast attacks and combinations and one for a single heavy attack. Other controls include: blocking attacks, grabbing and throwing opponents, dash attacks while running, and a special attack that hits multiple enemies consuming life energy at the same time. Most levels also require you to avoid obstacles like chasms, falling rocks or spikes that shoot out of the ground.
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IGDB Rating
79.10 / 100
12 ratings
Total Rating
79.10 / 100
12 (user + critic)
Game Modes
Single player · Co-operative · Split screen
Perspective
Side view
Themes
Action
Developer
Sunsoft Osaka
Also known as
FranceThe Pirates of Dark Water: Le Tourbillon NoirFrench title
Release history (3 entries)
| Date | Platform | Region |
|---|---|---|
| May 1, 1994 | Super Nintendo Entertainment System | — |
| Sep 1, 1994 | Super Nintendo Entertainment System | — |
| Dec 31, 1994 | Super Nintendo Entertainment System | — |
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Storyline
The watery world of Mer is threatened by the deadly Dark Water. Prince Ren and his companions must find the Treasures of Rule to control the Dark Water and return Mer to its former glory. Always hot on their heels is the evil pirate-lord Bloth who wants to find the treasures to rule over Mer.








