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Squirrel King came out for the Sega Genesis in 1995, developed by the Hong Kong based company Sachen. It was one of many action platformers on the system, a genre that was well established by the mid nineties. The game did not receive a wide release, making it a less common find compared to many of its contemporaries.

You control a squirrel knight on a quest to rescue a princess from an evil wizard. The main objective is to navigate through a series of side scrolling levels, fighting off enemies like birds and insects with your sword. A key mechanic is collecting acorns; these are scattered throughout the stages and are necessary to progress, often acting as a form of key to unlock new areas. The game is structured screen by screen, and the pacing can be quite deliberate as you search for every last nut. It is known for its high difficulty, with precise jumps and relentless enemies providing a consistent challenge. Playing it feels like a meticulous, sometimes frustrating hunt through a vibrant but dangerous woodland.