John Black: Memories

John Black: Memories is a platform game inspired by the first of the six areas in Johnny Megatone, which is set in a forest and other locations. You move through each screen, avoid traps, fight enemies and look for secret passages. The game has no save function and can be completed in about two hours if you do not lose and are talented or lucky.

Explore and survive

Use careful timing to avoid traps, crouch when needed, climb ladders and cross moving platforms. Some passages are secret, and unstable dirt can be destroyed with bombs. A change of scenery does not necessarily mean the gameplay will become more difficult.

You start with 10 lives. Collect 1,000 points to gain an extra life. Enemies respawn when you move back and forth between screens, so manage your supplies carefully.

Weapons and supplies

You carry a pistol with 6 projectiles and 6 bombs, which you need to progress and survive. You can find supplies for both during the game.

Movement

The movement system is deliberately slow and choppy. It may take a few tries to get used to it.