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Ocean Software released The Addams Family for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992. It was one of many licensed platformers from that era, a familiar sight on the NES alongside games like Darkwing Duck or Little Nemo. This one stood out for its distinct visual style, translating the movie's gothic mansion into pixel art.

You play as Gomez Addams, navigating the family mansion room by room. Your main goal is to rescue each family member, who are trapped in different parts of the house, before confronting the scheming lawyer Tully Alford. Key mechanics include a straightforward jump to attack enemies by landing on them and a unique pogo-stick style bounce you can perform on certain objects and foes. Exploration is central; you search for money bags to increase your score and hunt for special items like a cross that reveals hidden doorways. The game has a deliberate pace, with some tricky platforming sections and enemy placements that demand careful timing. Playing it feels like a methodical tour through a charmingly spooky and sometimes unforgiving home.