The Ignition Factor (1994)

Developer: Hamster Corporation, Jaleco
Publisher: Hamster Corporation, Jaleco, Playtronic
Platforms: Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Wii, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, Super Famicom
Genres: Arcade
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 9 player ratings
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

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Retro 2D firefighting adventure requires quick thinking to rescue victims and extinguish spreading flames under time pressure.

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About

The Ignition Factor is a 2D adventure where the player controls a firefighter through emergency situations in differing locations. Each level consists of multiple rooms, areas, or building floors where players can possibly explore, extinguish fires, and rescue people. Most levels dictate a specific number of people that must be saved within a set time limit for the mission to be considered a success. Fire spreads throughout an area automatically, and the player can be injured when touching a patch of fire on screen. The player can also be harmed by falling through holes in the floor.

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