Cool Spot

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1993 video game

Cool Spot
Developer(s)	Virgin Games
Publisher(s)	Virgin Interactive
Designer(s)	David Perry
Composer(s)	Tommy Tallarico
Platform(s)	Sega Genesis, SNES, Game Boy, Amiga, DOS, Sega Master System, Game Gear
Release	1993
Genre(s)	Platform
Mode(s)	Single-player

Cool Spot is a platform game developed by Virgin Games and released in 1993. The game features the 7 Up mascot, Cool Spot, as the protagonist. It was released for various platforms including the Sega Genesis, SNES, Game Boy, Amiga, DOS, Sega Master System, and Game Gear.

Gameplay

Cool Spot is a side-scrolling platform game where the player controls the titular character, Cool Spot. The objective is to navigate through various levels, each filled with enemies and obstacles, to rescue other Cool Spots who are trapped in cages. The player must collect a certain number of "spots" in each level to unlock the cage and progress to the next stage.

The game is known for its vibrant graphics and smooth animation, which were considered advanced for its time. Cool Spot can attack enemies by shooting soda bubbles and can jump to avoid obstacles and reach higher platforms. The levels are set in various environments, such as beaches, docks, and toy factories, each with its own unique challenges.

Development

Cool Spot was developed by Virgin Games, with David Perry as the lead designer. The game was praised for its high-quality graphics and animation, which were achieved through the use of advanced techniques for the time. The music and sound effects were composed by Tommy Tallarico, adding to the game's appeal with catchy tunes and immersive audio.

Reception

Upon release, Cool Spot received positive reviews from critics and players alike. It was praised for its graphics, animation, and music, as well as its engaging gameplay. The game was considered a commercial success and helped to establish Virgin Games as a prominent developer in the video game industry.

Legacy

Cool Spot is remembered as a classic platform game from the early 1990s. It is often cited as an example of successful brand mascot video games, where a character associated with a product is used as the protagonist in a game. The game's success led to the development of a sequel, Spot Goes to Hollywood, which was released in 1995.

Also see

• Spot Goes to Hollywood
• Platform game
• Virgin Games
• David Perry
• Tommy Tallarico