Mr. Do

Game Details:

This game offers multiple ways to clear a stage: eat all the cherries on screen, eliminate all enemies, or collect all the "EXTRA" letters to earn a bonus life. In the game, the enemy AI becomes smarter as you progress through the levels, and can even dig tunnels to chase the player. This high degree of freedom and varied strategic options allowed Mr. Do! to stand out among its many imitators, becoming one of the most iconic puzzle games of the '80s.

Strategy Guide:

High-score players usually aren't satisfied with just eating cherries; they utilize apple traps instead. When digging, leave a vertical tunnel prepared. When a group of monsters gives chase, push down an apple to score a multi-kill, which rewards a massive point bonus.

About the Powerball: This is your only long-range weapon for self-defense, but after being thrown, the ball must return to your hand before it can be used again. It's recommended to use it in long, narrow corridors so the ball can bounce back quickly. Additionally, a food item will periodically drop in the center of the screen. Eating it will summon letter monsters, making it the best time to collect the "EXTRA" bonus. Always pay attention to how the monsters transform; when they turn into diggers, the original maze paths are no longer safe.