Beauty and the Beast

About

Bashful Buford needs to rescue Tiny Mabel from a tall building guarded by obstacles. Players guide him up shifting platforms while dodging boulders, birds, and rats. Catch hearts tossed by Mabel to gain temporary invincibility. The screen shows progress in height climbed, remaining lives, and completed sections. The goal is to survive as long as possible while improving your score. Released in 1982 for Intellivision, this early platformer emphasizes quick reflexes and memorization. Its simple mechanics and escalating difficulty made it a standout title for its era. Despite its age, the challenge of beating prior runs keeps the gameplay fresh.