Vectorman
Vectorman is a platform video game developed by BlueSky Software and published by Sega, released on June 23, 1995, for the Sega Genesis (also known as the Mega Drive). The game features a unique premise where players control Vectorman, a robot originally designed for environmental maintenance, who must fight against an army of battle droids that have taken over Earth after humans abandoned the planet. The gameplay combines fast-paced action with fluid movement through various side-scrolling levels, focusing on Vectorman’s ability to transform into various forms and take down enemies using projectile attacks.
Set in a post-apocalyptic future where the planet has been polluted by mankind, Vectorman serves as Earth’s last hope for recovery. Vectorman’s storyline revolves around restoring the planet's environment by reclaiming it from rogue machines and corrupt robots. The game was praised for its advanced graphics for the time, utilizing pre-rendered 3D models that gave it a visually striking edge over other Genesis titles. A fun fact about Vectorman is that it was initially conceived as a potential new mascot for Sega, aiming to rival the popularity of Sonic the Hedgehog.