The PEGI has been a bit quiet for a while, as they tend not to add ratings to their site until the games in question have actually been released. Today, however, one game slipped through the cracks, and it's not an insignificant one either.
A Virtual Console listing for Michael Jackson's Moonwalker has appeared, making it seem like one of the games nobody ever thought we would see could actually be making its way to a Wii near you sometime soon.
If it happens it would be a very special occasion indeed, because as of yet the service has still not seen any movie-based titles other than the Super Star Wars games. As you probably know, however, LucasArts owns the Star Wars license, so these aren't exactly "licensed" titles.
Diehard Sega fans are probably aware that Michael always had close ties with the company: other than Moonwalker, he appeared in their Space Channel 5 games and Ready 2 Rumble Boxing Round 2, and of course there's the ever-persistent rumours that he composed some of Sonic the Hedgehog 3's music. Therefore, it's highly likely that they're putting the game on Virtual Console as a tribute. He deserves it!
As of yet, we don't know if it's the arcade, Mega Drive/Genesis, or even Master System version of the game, but as the Mega Drive one was the most well-known, we're assuming it'll be that one. Ok, yes, it's not a very good game, but you've got to admit saving children from a bunch of gangsters as Michael Jackson by dancing and throwing around fairy dust is a fantastic (not to mention hilarious) concept.
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Knew it was coming. Also, Dreams Come True composed Sonic 2's music. You're thinking of Sonic 3.
dose this have thriller in it if it dose its a buy for sure
@megaboomface: I think only certain carts featured "Thriller". This might be the one though.
I played this as a kid. It was funny. I liked throwing his hat as a weapon!
If it does see a release out I will probably download it.
Can someone explain to me what you have to do in the game? MJs music was cool, so i just might get it.
I told you guys that the game would possibly see an Virtual Console release! Now I'm so excited.
While most licensed games will still have a difficult time seeing an Virtual Console release, this game made it all more likely.
Here's to hoping to more licensing issues solved! And I thank Nintendo, Sega, and most importantly, the Jackson Family for making this possible. I'll download it regardless of quality.
This also helps Earthbound's chance of being released. If Micheal Jackson can have a game on the Virtual Console, then Nintendo has no more reason to not put the game on the Virtual Console.
@cheetahman91 lets hope with our heart :}
If it does pop up, that would be awesome. Considering how much I love the music in the Sonic games, especially Sonic 3, I'd be sure to pick it up, day 1!
No need to censure and eleminate my post for thanking me for correcting you.
In fact isn't the first time that a post of mine is censured without any good reason. A shame in such awesome site.
On side note, This is actually good news, this is a signal of more games with licences... Lucas Arts and now this.
Bring me Disney/Capcom games people!
I hope Disney releases their games for hyping up the Epic Mickey game.
You can call him a smooth criminal, or you can think of him as a stranger in Moscow. This news? It's a thriller! Who'se bad?
Not a very good game? Blasphemy!
OMG awesome! Idk how good the game is but I love all things MJ lately so I will def cop this off the VC
Hope it's the arcade game. I heard that the game was pretty good.
:3 I'm sorry, but that boxart looks cheesy to me. Otherwise, yay, a chance to play as Michael Jackson!
Yeah guys this game was pretty good! for me it's a major down load, if this is true it's exciting news!!
I'd rather have the arcade game. It was better than the Genesis version.
This game is loads of fun for anyone who hasn't played it. Awesome it is finally getting release!
Micheal Jackson was the inspiration for Sonic's shoes. (I think)
I saw 'This Is It' last night, was really interesting, it's such a shame he died. Anyway, I don't really have fond memories of the game, it's another typical AVGN kind of 'classic'.
I still have the VHS tape of the movie. It's kinda cheesy as well but cool at the same time. Michael turns into a futuristic car and a giant robot that Transforms into a space ship! I must have watched it 20 times as a kid. I still can't believe the man is dead. Still seems odd being able to say it.
Damn, I thought it was the Arcade game.
I never played the Mega Drive one.
All you need for moonwalkin' is a short area to slide under in Super Mario Bros. This game is superfluous.
I'll probably get it just for the novelty. Even if it's not a great game it has Michael Jackson in it. That alone makes it worth having. Not many games out there starring MJ. I'd almost rather have the arcade version. The music sounds a hell of alot better.
Weird how MJ fans (who are also gamers) wanted this on the VC.
Seems fine, but why the Genesis version. Isn't the arcade like ten times better?
Oh well, as long as I can jam to Smooth Criminal, I'm fine with it.
I never thought this day would come!
despite the bad reviews it sometimes gets, it's actually pretty good. i used to play it all the time as a kid. the control kinda sucks but it's fun as heck...
Okay, firstly the version of the game isn't confirmed, so let's stop jumping to the conclusion it's the Genesis/Mega Drive version.
That out of the way, if it the arcade version I'll definitely buy it!
Oh well this is just peachy! now this is gonna end up as America's 350th VC title and we will NEVER see Super Smash Bros.!!!!! Why is NOA so against just giving us good games outside of milestones?????
WOW, hell froze over! D=
Oh, and its not the first movie game on VC, Super Star Wars was!
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Eew...seriously? Well, it seems people (inexplicitly) want it, so...okay. I just hope it's not the ONLY VC release the week it comes.
I'm confused. Is that game for wii or virtual console?
@Angelic Lapras King: Not really, but this is indeed awesome news.
Negative nancy of the thread: bboy2970
Yikes that was unexpected!
Both versions (arcade and Genesis) were prettty cheesy but the arcade version is better. Still, the Genesis version was somehow curious XD
I never played the Genesis version of this game but the arcade version was pretty cool. Well, I suppose any version we get will be a welcome addition to the Virtual Console library.
not a big MJ fan, may pick it up due to the Sonic 3 reference
Not too surprised seeing how the Jackson estate is trying to cash in on his death. Always up for new VC games though.
Heck, why don't they release both the Arcade and Genesis versions? Judging from the comments here, both have a considerable amount of demand. But if I had to pick one, I'd pick the arcade, since I've recently played through the Genesis one again when he died.
"Now MJ can rest in peace knowing that Mr.X is defeated!"
The caption says "The Virtual Console's first movie game?".
???????????
Don't the Super Star Wars trilogy for the SNES count? Maybe I'm just confused.
"Hee-Hee!"
ALK and Starboy91: Read the article again.
Oh.
I'm sorry, I was just confused, that's all.
and another thing, this could actually be the C64 version! LOL. XD
Funny, but I'll never buy it.
Haha, this isn't his Wii debut. His Wii debut was Guitar Hero: World Tour.
When I read this I got really excited, and the idea that it may be the arcade version makes it so much better...
.... I'd rather not!
@ALK - There's a C64 version??? The Master System version looks similar to the MegaDrive version, from what I saw.
Saw the "This is It" movie yesterday and it was AWESOME! It's just a real shame he passed away, because his concert would've been amazing especially having Thriller in 3D. I would definitely buy Moonwalker whether it was the Genesis or Arcade Version(preferably the arcade version) just to hear Smooth Criminal and Beat It.
Yeah, it should be the arcade version. Much more satisfying than the Genesis hide & seek game.
The arcade version not only had better gameplay, but it also had better music, which was honestly the reason most people would want to play this game.
My mother would like this (even though I do not know if she had ever played this.).
Uh...yeah. If I remember correctly when this game came out years ago the game reviewers said this was a pretty horrid game. So why this could possibly be coming to North America isn't a good thing.
To hell with people that hate mj he is and will always be king of pop so i do not like people saying that mj molested kids
@wmdwfprez: Actually it is a good thing. It open up possibility of more licensed games on the Virtual Console.
Does this mean someone at disney or rare has to die and then we will see those games?
I hope this game got through the release channels legitimately and is not a cash grab by licence holders seeking to exploit michael's death.
@MJsbff: I despise people who molest kids. I suspect Michael did not molest children... but after the first accusations, he must have been a royal idiot or a total innocent to have let himself get into the situation a second time. Unless the people who accused him come out and withdraw the allegations, that cloud will always hang over MJ, so its quite legitimate for people to make these claims (although most of them are just trying to pull a successful person down)
@timp29: Let's hope you're right about the 2nd paragraph.
However, no. Even if the creator of those older Disney or Rare games die, that won't mean a flip. We'll still have a problem getting these games on the Virtual Console. We should be lucky here. Also, I remember making a thread saying that the man has died so that means the game could come to the Virtual Console. Many people disagree, However, that probably didn't prevent it's Virtual Console release. Remember, this is an exception here, so we need to take advantage of the game sales by trying to convince as much people to buy the game so we can see more licensed games on the Virtual Console.
I've always been told it was a good game, it seems incredibly well animated based on footage I've seen of it. Can't wait to give it a burl! SEGA certainly had an obsession with people saving children back in the 80s to early 90s
I hope it's the arcade version. That one was boss!
Arcade version was cool and really fun I hope it's that one. Genesis version is really bad. And I don't mean "Bad!", I just mean bad.
His recent, sad passing will not mysteriously make the other versions of this a good game and arbitrarily dropping Nintendo points on it doesn't help anyone.
I'm still waiting for the PEGI rated Sonic & Knuckles.
lol, I don't know the game, but ever since I say AVGN play it, I wanted to play it too. So I might get it.
@58. MJsbff
MJ was a good singer (although I don't care for his music, I can admit he was good). Still, I find it funny now that he has died that people have forgotten about all of the pedofile issues with MJ and treat him like a God. The guy was a complete freak.
SHAMONE MOTHA F***A!
No offense to MJ fans but he was always a much better singer than a video game hero. Who am I kidding? I'll probably download this just for the camp value.
Are you serious?my little bro likes micheal jackson but i dont know if i get the game for him.ill think about it.im not a Micheal jackson fan but i might wait for the arcade version to come out.if it does.
**dreams come true!!!****
I've been waiting too long for this game!! Amazing news!!
arcade version better, when can we expect a decent arcade game nintendo
Many people are looking forward to this. Not surprising. Also, we need to support this game if we want to see more licensed games.
I dont like Micheal Jackson. Let the flame wars begin.
I want the Arcade version, its for 3 player!
I liked the Sega version of this game.
Are you kidding me? Of all the potentially great games to add on to the VC they add this? I'll pass.
Haha, great
THe King of Rock N' Roll (Elvis) died. It took some time, but people got over it. The King of Pop (MJ) died. It will take some time, but people will eventually get over him as well. I, for one, am getting tired of all the Michael Jackson propaganda. However, if they release this game on Virtual Console, it will be a big hit regardless, even if for all the wrong reasons...
@StarDust: Even if the game sucks, if the game is a big success, maybe this will encourage more licensed properties on the Virtual Console.
I thought the Micheal Jackson Moonwalker arcade game was cool, but this one sucks.
Why are ppl looking foward to this?
The Game sucked. the Controls were bad
and it had boring gameplay.Soundtrak was awsome though.
@cheetahman91 it DOES say sonic the hedgehog 3..
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