Hardcore Gamer
7.0This is a genuinely fun game that would make a great addition to anyone’s 8-bit cartridge collection, though having the more affordable and convenient option to play it on the Switch is great. The levels are satisfyingly long, filled with good combat, challenging platforming and impressive boss battles. Haunted: Halloween ’86 maintains the essences of its predecessor while generally improving all aspects of it. It succeeds in reminding us that video games were still great even with simpler and more limited hardware, but those limitations remind us how far the medium has advanced.