#iceclimber

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~Ice Climber~

2-player mode where co-op and PVP are two sides of the same coin.

• Released in 1985 by Nintendo, players control climbers scaling 32 ice mountains to retrieve vegetables stolen by a giant condor.

• 1P is Popo (blue) and 2P is Nana (pink). "More than friends, less than lovers" partners use mallets to break ice and defeat enemies.

• Mountains have 8 layers and a bonus stage. In 2P mode, the camera follows the higher player, potentially forcing the other off-screen.

• JP Topis are seals, while Western versions use yetis. The arcade version adds blizzards, 48 levels, and a butterfly boss.

• Praised for simple, addictive mechanics and varied stage hazards. Its 2-player mode allows for both cooperation and competition.

• The "sabotage" playstyle often led to real-life arguments. This unique "co-op vs. competition" dynamic became a hallmark of the game.

• Controls are stiff with heavy jump inertia, making horizontal movement tricky. Mallet swings have a delay, requiring precise timing.

• The pair became icons in Super Smash Bros. and appeared in titles like Animal Crossing, WarioWare, and Tetris DS.

• Finland's former President was a fan. Pro players use the "Itame" technique to bounce opponents in the air repeatedly during 2P matches.

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🎮 Game title: Ice Climber

🕹 System: Nintendo Entertainment System

🌍 Region: Japan (NTSC)

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