Alright, let’s dive into the chaos. So, picture this: You’re back in the late ’90s. I know, right? Feels like yesterday, but also a lifetime ago. Anyway, the name Wayforward might ring a bell. Or not. Depends on how deep you were into 2D games back then. This company did some pretty rad stuff with handhelds and consoles. River City Girls and Shantae—ever heard of them? Classics! But, get this, they’ve also done a load of licensed games. Tons. And Sabrina: The Animated Series – Zapped is one of them. Yeah, we’re talking Game Boy Color days. The game’s like… a glimpse into where Shantae kinda came from. Makes sense, I think.
So, this game—Sabrina: The Animated Series – Zapped!—is all about Sabrina, the teenage witch. Surprise, surprise. She messes up a spell and boom! Her pals are now animals. Oops. You’ve gotta jump on their heads and cast spells to sort things out. Sound bizarre? Yeah, it kinda is. And as you go along, you snag new spells. Double jump is a thing. Cool, right? And Salem, her cat, gets in on the action too. He’s crawling through tight spaces like a pro. Plus, there’s some floaty bubble action if that’s your style.
Honestly, the level design… not bad. Pretty solid, actually. Different themes, neat tricks with spells. Like, there’s this level where bubbles are key to going up, up, and away. Salem also gets some playtime—unlocking stuff, breaking blocks. It’s not groundbreaking or anything but, come on, this was Game Boy Color. Big, colorful sprites, easygoing stages. And those passwords? Yeah, they kept things moving.
Now, real talk, the controls are kinda funky. Limited buttons, you know? B-button does double duty—running and casting spells—so, it’s easy to get hit when you’re trying to cast. Annoying? A little. But hey, for a game based on an animated show spin-off, it handles surprisingly well. Not gonna lie, it’s no Shantae, but it’s got heart. Feels like a warm-up act, you know? Cute curiosity. Might wear off after one playthrough, but honestly? Far from a dud. Give it a whirl if you’re feeling nostalgic. Or just curious. Whatever works.