''Metal Morph'' is a
video game
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developed by
Origin Systems
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and published by
FCI, Inc. for the
Super Nintendo Entertainment System
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.
Gameplay
The gameplay alternates between
run and gun and
scrolling shooter
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(playing as a
space ship
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Spaceflight
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* Spacecraft, a craft, vehicle, vessel or machine designed for spaceflight
* Starship, a spacecraft built for interstellar flight
Music
Songs ...
). Both the
player character
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and his space ship are able to use MetalMorphosis (a transformation ability) to navigate certain areas. The player must retrieve missing pieces of the ship, while simultaneously fending off aliens who desire the secret of MetalMorphosis.
Reception
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GamePro
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'' gave the game a positive review, commenting that the game's two play styles complement each other, the controls are responsive and accurate, the graphics are attractive, and the music and sound effects suit the game's tone. However, they concluded that buying the game is pointless, since the game's level select and non-randomized levels allow the player to see everything the game has to offer on a single rental.
References
External links
Metal Morphat
Gamespot.com
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Metal Morphat
GameFAQs
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1994 video games
North America-exclusive video games
Run and gun games
Science fiction video games
Scrolling shooters
Super Nintendo Entertainment System games
Super Nintendo Entertainment System-only games
Origin Systems games
Video games scored by Jeff van Dyck
Video games scored by Martin Galway
Video games developed in the United States
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Single-player video games