Yoshi is a game for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Today, the game is available on the Nintendo Switch. It is the channel that holds NES games. The NES version will be the focus for this review as it is available also on the Game Boy.
Prime Objective in Playing Yoshi
The prime objective is to play the game until losing. There are enemies from the Mario games that are used and will require matching two at a time. When completed, Yoshi will appear. For the egg, there is the bottom that is the starting portion. The top half will finish the egg. The higher the stack, the more valuable. There is a consequence, however, in that if the top half of the egg is not present, there is an enemy that is not matching, and there are no other moves, the game is over.
There is a menu for all the modes. One is involved with changing the levels, setting the speed, and of course the music as well.
Various Game Modes
For A-Type, there is the addition of creating eggs. There are no enemies that will be on the ground. The game will continue until you lose. Think of other puzzle games like Dr. Mario or even Tetris as you can keep playing until losing.
For B-Type, it starts at a level with enemies stacked at the bottom. As you progress, the stack will be higher but only up to six to give the player a chance. The objective is to clear the board. Once that has been completed, there is a mini-cut scene that has Mario with Yoshi going up and eating the item. This will continue until losing.
There is a two-player mode that is available. It is a competition to see who can clear their board the fastest. The alternative way to win would be if your opponent has enemies stacked up.
Final Thoughts
Overall, Yoshi is a solid game to play. It is one for those who like to take a break from playing games that are more of an adventure. Playing this game has potential to make you think of a strategy that can work. There is no definitive ending in the game but a good little brain teaser. Playing it today can be done on the NES Channel for the Nintendo Switch Online. To play the game on an actual NES, the best bet is to search for the game online on stores like Amazon or eBay.
