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BurgerTime

BurgerTime is a 1982 arcade video game developed by Data East Corporation for its DECO Cassette System hardware.^[1] In the game, players control the character Chef Peter Pepper, who navigates multi-level platforms to assemble oversized hamburgers by walking over and dropping ingredients such as buns, patties, and lettuce onto serving plates below.^[2] The objective is to complete four such burgers per level while evading anthropomorphic food enemies—including Mr. Hot Dog, Mr. Pickle, and Mr. Egg—that pursue the player across the screen.^[3] Originally released in Japan under the title Hamburger, the game was renamed BurgerTime for its international launch to avoid potential trademark issues and was distributed in North America by Bally Midway Manufacturing Company.^[1] Data East's innovative use of the DECO Cassette System allowed for easy updates and maintenance in arcades, contributing to the game's widespread adoption during the golden age of arcade gaming in the early 1980s.^[2] Gameplay emphasizes strategy, as players can stun enemies temporarily with a limited-supply pepper shaker or crush them by dropping burger components on top, adding layers of risk and reward to the platforming mechanics.^[3] BurgerTime achieved significant popularity, leading to ports on numerous home consoles such as the Atari 2600, ColecoVision, Intellivision, Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), and others, which helped extend its reach beyond arcades.^[1] The franchise expanded with sequels like Super BurgerTime (1990), a more action-oriented follow-up, and spin-offs including Peter Pepper's Ice Cream Factory (1984), though these were not as widely released.^[2] Following Data East's bankruptcy in 2003, Japanese mobile game developer G-Mode acquired the intellectual property rights, preserving the series for potential future revivals and compilations.^[1] The game's whimsical theme and challenging gameplay have cemented its status as a retro gaming classic, influencing later platformers with its unique food-based puzzle elements.^[3]

Development and release

Development

BurgerTime was developed by Data East Corporation in Japan and first released in arcades in 1982.^[2] The game was created for the company's DECO Cassette System, an innovative arcade hardware platform introduced in 1980 that utilized swappable cassette tapes to load game data, enabling operators to update cabinets cost-effectively without replacing entire circuit boards.^[4] This system featured a main processor based on a modified MOS 6502 running at 750 kHz, a sound processor using another 6502 at 500 kHz, and an Intel 8041 microcontroller at 6 MHz for cassette control, paired with two AY-3-8910 sound chips.^[5] Originally titled Hamburger (ハンバーガー) for its Japanese release, the game's name was changed to BurgerTime for international markets, reportedly to avoid potential trademark conflicts with existing food brands.^[6] Data East licensed the title to Bally Midway for distribution in North America, where it debuted in late 1982.^[7] The core design centered on a food-themed platformer, with players controlling the protagonist, a chef named Peter Pepper, who assembles oversized hamburgers by traversing platforms and ladders while evading anthropomorphic food enemies: the hot dog known as Mr. Hot Dog, the fried egg Mr. Egg, and the pickle Mr. Pickle.^[2] These whimsical antagonists were integrated to create chaotic, puzzle-like encounters within the burger-building mechanic, emphasizing evasion and strategic positioning in a single-screen environment.^[2]

Release

BurgerTime was initially released in Japan in August 1982 by Data East Corporation for its DECO Cassette System hardware, under the original title Hamburger.^[8] The game utilized Data East's innovative cassette-based system, which allowed arcade operators to swap game data via magnetic tape modules for easier updates and lower costs compared to traditional dedicated boards.^[9] In North America, Data East licensed the title to Bally Midway, which handled distribution and launched it later in 1982 on dedicated printed circuit board (PCB) hardware for greater reliability and performance stability over the cassette format.^[2] This version retained the core mechanics but adapted the presentation for Western audiences, emphasizing classic burger assembly while retaining unique elements like the egg enemy from the Japanese original—a nod to local cuisine where fried eggs often top hamburger steaks.^[10] Bally Midway produced the game in both upright cabinets, weighing approximately 235 pounds with a standard vertical monitor, and cocktail table variants to suit various arcade layouts.^[2] The dual releases marked an early international collaboration for Data East, with the North American edition appearing in arcades by November 1982 and contributing to the company's growing footprint in the U.S. market through widespread placement in entertainment venues.^[11]

Gameplay

Mechanics

In the original arcade version of BurgerTime, the player controls the chef Peter Pepper using a four-way joystick to navigate platforms and ladders in a multi-level maze, with a single button to activate the pepper shaker.^[2] The primary objective is to assemble four giant hamburgers by walking across suspended ingredients—including top and bottom buns, beef patties, lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and cheese slices—which causes them to fall and stack in the correct order on plates at the bottom of the screen; completing all four burgers on a stage advances the game.^[2]^[12] Enemies consist of three animated food characters: Mr. Hot Dog, Mr. Egg, and Mr. Pickle, all of which relentlessly pursue the player by taking the quickest route across platforms and ladders.^[12] These enemies emerge from the edges of the screen, follow the player to cause contact damage and loss of a life, and can push or reposition ingredients to hinder progress.^[3] The pepper shaker serves as the main defensive power-up, temporarily stunning nearby enemies for a few seconds upon activation, allowing the player to escape or maneuver; it has a limited supply of eight shots that depletes with use.^[13] Additional pepper shots, along with bonus points, are obtained by collecting randomly appearing items such as an ice cream cone (500 points), a coffee cup (1,000 points), or french fries (1,500 points), which materialize in the center of the screen after a certain number of ingredients have been dropped.^[13]^[12] In the original arcade release, these bonus items primarily replenish the pepper supply without granting speed boosts or invincibility, though later ports introduced such effects.^[14] The scoring system rewards efficient play: each dropped ingredient yields 50 points, with higher values for completing full burger layers (up to 500 points per assembled burger).^[14] Bonus points are awarded for crushing enemies under falling ingredients: 100 points for a single Mr. Hot Dog, 200 for Mr. Pickle, and 300 for Mr. Egg, with escalating values for multiple enemies under one drop (500 for one enemy, 1,000 for two, 2,000 for three, 4,000 for four, doubling thereafter).^[12] Speed in completing stages can indirectly boost scores through more opportunities for enemy crushes and bonus item collection, while additional multipliers apply when multiple ingredients fall in sequence on grouped enemies.^[3]

Levels and objectives

BurgerTime features six main stages, known as rounds, where the player must assemble four burgers by walking over scattered ingredients on multi-tiered platforms, causing them to drop onto plates below.^[2] Each stage requires completing four burgers, with burgers consisting of multiple layers (typically 3 to 8, increasing in later stages) including a top bun, lettuce, tomato, cheese slice, beef patty, and bottom bun; complexity heightens through taller burgers and more aggressive enemies.^[12]^[15] Players navigate these stages using ladders for vertical movement between platforms, and dropping ingredients not only assembles the burgers but also forms temporary platforms on lower levels, aiding traversal. Hazards include falling off edges, which results in the loss of a life, and pursuing enemies that grow more numerous and aggressive across stages. The sixth stage acts as a culminating challenge, featuring four burgers amid faster-moving foes, demanding precise timing to avoid collisions.^[2]^[12] Bonus items such as ice cream, coffee, or french fries appear during stages after dropping a set number of ingredients, allowing collection for points and extra pepper without dedicated interference-free rounds. The primary win condition is to fully assemble all four required burgers in a stage before losing all lives, with the game looping through the six stages indefinitely and difficulty escalating through faster enemy speeds and higher enemy counts in subsequent cycles. An extra life is granted every 10,000 points scored. The world record high score stands at 11,512,500 points, achieved by Bryan L. Wagner on September 19, 2008, and remains the verified record as of 2025.^[16]^[14]^[17]

Ports

Console and computer ports

The first home console port of BurgerTime was released for the Intellivision in 1983 by Mattel Electronics, adapting the arcade gameplay to the system's unique numeric keypad handset controller, which required simplified directional inputs and overlay cards for intuitive navigation.^[18] This version featured basic platforming mechanics where players controlled chef Peter Pepper to assemble burgers on multi-level platforms, but with downgraded visuals to fit the Intellivision's hardware, including blocky sprites and limited animation frames compared to the original arcade cabinet.^[19] In 1983, Mattel also ported the game to the Atari 2600 and Apple II, both emphasizing core burger-building objectives while making concessions for 8-bit limitations; the Atari 2600 version, published under M Network, used monochromatic sprites and only displayed up to three enemies simultaneously to avoid hardware overload, resulting in basic, abstract representations of foes like eggs and pickles as simple shapes. The Apple II port retained more detailed platform layouts but suffered from slower scrolling and reduced enemy pursuit logic due to the system's processing constraints. The ColecoVision port, released in April 1984 by Coleco Industries, closely mirrored the arcade experience with colorful sprites and smooth platforming, though it simplified enemy AI and pepper shaker mechanics to fit the console's cartridge-based hardware.^[20] The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Famicom ports, developed by Data East with assistance from Sakata SAS, arrived later: the Japanese Famicom version in November 1985 via Namco, followed by the North American NES release in May 1987. These iterations improved upon earlier adaptations with enhanced chiptune music tracks that looped dynamically during gameplay and supported two-player alternating modes, allowing competitive or cooperative turns without simultaneous action. Enemy behaviors scaled in speed across stages—slow for early levels, accelerating to fast paces by stage 24—while preserving the arcade's pepper-shaker weapon and ingredient-dropping tactics.^[21] Additional 1980s computer ports included the MSX version in 1986 by Dempa, which substituted the egg enemy with a pickle variant and boosted bonus scoring for completed burgers, alongside red-tinted bun graphics to match the platform's palette.^[21] The ZX Spectrum received a 1984 adaptation titled Mr. Wimpy by Ocean Software, structuring the second level as a direct BurgerTime homage with ingredient collection on ladders, though the first level introduced unique fast-food gathering mechanics; fidelity to arcade physics varied, with sluggish enemy movements attributable to the Spectrum's Z80 processor.^[22] BurgerTime appeared in limited compilations for personal computers in the 1980s and 1990s, bundled with other Data East classics and emphasizing emulation of original controls via keyboard or joystick without the arcade's DECO Cassette System requirements. Key technical adaptations across these console and computer ports included reduced color palettes in 8-bit systems like the Atari 2600 and NES, limiting visuals to 16 or fewer hues to prevent flickering and sprite clashes.^[23] Enemy AI was frequently altered for hardware efficiency, such as capping on-screen pursuers or simplifying pathfinding algorithms to reduce CPU load, which made foes less aggressive than in the arcade.^[24] Unlike the original DECO Cassette System, which involved physical tape swapping by arcade operators to load games, home ports eliminated this mechanic entirely, relying on fixed cartridges or disks for seamless play.^[8]

Mobile and digital re-releases

BurgerTime has seen several digital re-releases since the early 2000s, bringing the classic arcade game to modern platforms with enhanced emulation and accessibility features. The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) version was made available on the Wii Virtual Console in North America on December 6, 2012, emulating the original gameplay while adding save states for mid-level progress and adjustable screen aspect ratios, including widescreen support.^[20] A Japanese release of the Family Computer Disk System (FDS) variant followed on the Wii Virtual Console on July 12, 2011, published by G-mode, further expanding access to regional adaptations.^[20] In the late 2010s, Hamster Corporation's Arcade Archives series provided faithful arcade emulations across multiple consoles. The BurgerTime Arcade Archives edition launched for Nintendo Switch on July 30, 2020, followed by PlayStation 4 on August 14, 2020, featuring high-definition visuals, rewind functionality to undo mistakes, customizable display options, and online leaderboards for global score comparisons.^[25]^[26] These versions preserve the 1982 Data East original's mechanics while incorporating modern quality-of-life improvements like variable game speed and screen orientation adjustments.^[27] Mobile adaptations emerged in the 2010s, adapting the game for touch-based controls on iOS and Android devices. Namco Networks released BurgerTime Deluxe for iPhone in 2009, supporting multitouch gestures for movement and pepper-throwing, with ad-supported free-to-play options alongside paid upgrades to remove ads.^[28] Android ports, including emulated versions of the Intellivision and NES variants, became available around 2010–2019, often through third-party developers like those offering APK files with virtual joystick overlays for precise navigation on smaller screens.^[29]^[30] Physical digital re-releases extended to home arcade hardware with Arcade1Up's dedicated BurgerTime cabinet in 2020, a full-sized unit limited to 3,000 editions that includes the original arcade ROM alongside three bonus Data East titles (Karate Champ, Bad Dudes, and Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja) in HD resolution with no quarter requirements.^[31]^[32] Fan-driven ports have revitalized the game on retro platforms in recent years. Arlasoft released a high-fidelity Commodore 64 port in November 2023, emulating the arcade's platforming and enemy behaviors with enhanced sprite handling for the 8-bit hardware.^[33] For the Amiga, jotd666's BurgerTime500 conversion debuted on April 19, 2025, optimized for 68000/020 processors and delivering smooth 50Hz gameplay with authentic burger-building objectives.^[34] Earlier digital services like Xbox Live Arcade hosted a re-release through the 2010s, with Frozen Codebase's BurgerTime World Tour—an updated take on the original—launching in 2011 before being delisted in April 2014 due to expired licensing.^[35] Some modern versions, including Arcade Archives, introduced online multiplayer modes for cooperative play, allowing remote players to assist in burger assembly against shared enemies.^[27]

Reception

Critical reception

Upon its 1982 arcade release, BurgerTime received positive reviews for its innovative gameplay and engaging elements. Computer and Video Games praised the game's "charm all its own," highlighting its catchy music, challenging maze-like levels, and comical characters, while comparing the structure to Donkey Kong. In Japan, where it launched as Hamburger, Game Machine magazine ranked it the 11th highest-grossing arcade video game of the year, reflecting strong player appeal. These early accolades underscored the title's blend of puzzle-solving and evasion mechanics as a fresh take on platforming. Home port reviews in the 1980s generally lauded faithful adaptations, though hardware constraints were noted. The Intellivision version was called "one of the real surprises of 1983" by the Deseret News, commended for capturing the arcade's essence despite graphical simplifications. Similarly, the NES port earned an 8/10 from Nintendo Life for its addictive gameplay, preserving the core fun of assembling burgers amid pursuits by antagonistic foods. However, some ports faced criticism for visual downgrades, such as smaller, less colorful sprites on the NES compared to the arcade original, and stiff controls on the Atari 2600 that hindered ladder navigation.^[36]^[37] Modern retrospectives have affirmed BurgerTime's status as a classic. IGN described the original as an enduring "arcade classic" in its 7.5/10 review of ports and remakes, noting the goofy maze-chase premise where players assemble oversized burgers while evading foes.^[38] It was also included in the 2010 book 1001 Video Games You Must Play Before You Die by Tony Mott, recognizing its influential role in early platformers.^[39] Criticisms persist regarding repetitive level designs that cycle after a few stages and sudden difficulty spikes, particularly from level three onward, which can frustrate players despite the intuitive controls.^[40]^[41] The game garnered formal recognition with a 1984 Arkie Award Certificate of Merit for "Videogame of the Year (Less than 16K ROM)" from Electronic Games magazine, honoring its arcade excellence in innovation and playability.^[42]

Commercial success

BurgerTime achieved notable commercial success in the arcade market following its 1982 release. Developed by Data East for its DECO Cassette System in Japan under the title Hamburger, the game was licensed to Bally Midway for distribution in North America, resulting in a wide release across upright and cocktail cabinet formats that facilitated extensive placement in U.S. arcades.^[2]^[43] The game's popularity was reflected in operator-reported earnings, with RePlay magazine polls showing it peaking at the #10 position among the top 40 video games and maintaining strong performance with an average ranking of 7.1 over 8 months of charting, from August 1982 to March 1983.^[44] It ranked #22 in the 1982 annual top 40 and #18 in the 1983 annual top 40, underscoring its contribution to high quarterly revenue for operators during the early 1980s arcade boom.^[44] Home ports further extended its market impact. Mattel's 1983 Intellivision version was a standout success, often cited as one of the console's strongest arcade adaptations and a key driver of cartridge sales amid the system's competition with Atari and ColecoVision.^[43] The Nintendo Famicom port, released in 1985 by Namco, supported Data East's expansion into the console sector alongside other titles, while sustained licensing for re-releases on various platforms preserved revenue streams into the late 1980s despite growing oversaturation in the platformer genre.^[2] Overall, BurgerTime bolstered Data East's portfolio in the 1980s, with its arcade and home versions generating significant earnings through Bally Midway's distribution network and subsequent ports, though specific aggregate revenue figures remain undocumented in primary trade records.^[2]

Legacy

Sequels and spin-offs

Peter Pepper's Ice Cream Factory, released in 1984 by Data East Corporation for arcades, is a spin-off where players control Chef Peter Pepper assembling ice cream cones instead of burgers using similar platforming mechanics. The game features multi-level stages with dropping cone sections, scoops, and toppings while avoiding food enemies, and was ported to the NES in Japan as part of compilations but had limited international release.^[45] Super BurgerTime, released in 1990 by Data East Corporation for arcades, serves as a side-scrolling sequel to the original game, where players control Peter Pepper Jr. or his twin brother Pete Pepper Jr. in a two-player mode.^[46] The gameplay expands on the burger-assembly mechanic by introducing a world-based structure with four stages per world, culminating in boss fights where assembled burgers are used as weapons against oversized enemies.^[46] Innovations include power-ups such as a cape for temporary invulnerability and french fries as projectile weapons, alongside the classic pepper shaker for stunning foes.^[46] Ports of the arcade version later appeared on platforms including the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4.^[47] BurgerTime Deluxe, developed and published by Data East in 1991 for the Nintendo Game Boy, adapts the core platforming puzzle elements to a portable format with enhanced visuals and additional levels.^[48] Players guide chef Peter Pepper through maze-like stages to stack burger ingredients while evading animated food enemies like hot dogs and eggs.^[49] The game introduces colorized graphics relative to the original monochrome arcade version, faster pacing, and new stage designs that build on the foundational mechanics without altering the objective of completing burgers to progress.^[48] BurgerTime World Tour, a 2011 digital release developed by Frozen Codebase and published by Konami through MonkeyPaw Games, reimagines the series as a 3D platformer available on Xbox 360, Wii, and PlayStation 3.^[50] The premise follows Peter Pepper traversing global-themed worlds, such as New York and Tokyo, across 50 multi-tiered levels where ingredients rotate in a theater-in-the-round style to form burgers.^[51] Key innovations include full 3D environments with ladders and platforms, split-screen and online multiplayer support for up to four players, and cultural motifs integrated into level designs for varied challenges.^[52] BurgerTime Party!, launched on October 8, 2019, for Nintendo Switch by developer Marvelous USA, shifts the series toward a party-style spin-off emphasizing cooperative and competitive play.^[53] It features over 100 stages blending classic burger-building puzzles with mini-games, allowing up to four players in co-op modes where one team assembles burgers as Peter Pepper while others control enemies to disrupt progress. The game retains the original's arcade action but adds local multiplayer twists, such as role-switching between builders and saboteurs, and vibrant, modernized visuals for group sessions.^[54] In 2024, Chili's introduced Big Smasher BurgerTime as a promotional mobile and web-based spin-off, modernizing the classic gameplay to tie into the restaurant chain's Big Smasher Burger menu item.^[55] Players control a character named Joe Chilihead through chain-themed levels, stacking burger parts while avoiding enemies, with high scores qualifying for real-world prizes like free burgers for life.^[55] The game launched on June 25, 2024, as a free online competition running through July 14, focusing on fast-food rivalry themes without altering the core assembly mechanics.^[56]

Clones and homages

One of the earliest notable clones of BurgerTime was Mr. Wimpy: The Hamburger Game, released in 1984 for platforms including the ZX Spectrum by Ocean Software. This game featured near-identical mechanics to the original, where players assemble burgers by dropping ingredients on multi-level platforms while evading enemies, but incorporated branding from the Wimpy fast-food chain, including its mascot and logos.^[57] In 2007, the open-source game BurgerSpace emerged as a faithful homage for Linux and other Unix-like systems, developed by Pierre Sarrazin. Players control a chef navigating platforms to drop burger ingredients into place, mirroring the core stacking mechanic of BurgerTime, with modifiable source code allowing community contributions and ports to additional platforms. The game emphasizes the original's puzzle-like enemy avoidance without commercial licensing.^[58] Numerous other imitations appeared in the 1980s across various home computers, such as Barmy Burgers (1983, ZX Spectrum) by Blaby Computer Games, which replicated the ingredient-dropping gameplay in a burger-building scenario. Fan-made clones proliferated on platforms like itch.io, including BurgerTime Remake (2010s onward), a direct recreation emphasizing the arcade's platforming challenges.^[59] Modern homages include the 2023 Commodore 64 port by Arlasoft, released as a downloadable title that preserves the original arcade feel with enhanced graphics and controls, developed for charity without official licensing. These works highlight BurgerTime's enduring influence on platform-puzzle design, often echoing its mechanic of dropping platforms to assemble objectives and trap foes.^[60]

Cultural impact

BurgerTime has achieved iconic status within arcade gaming culture, frequently highlighted in retrospectives and documentaries that celebrate its role in the golden age of video games. For instance, the 2025 YouTube documentary "BurgerTime: The Complete History | Retro Gaming Documentary" provides an in-depth exploration of the game's development, gameplay innovations, and lasting appeal, underscoring its place among classic arcade titles.^[61] The game has permeated broader media through references to its whimsical elements, notably its depiction of anthropomorphic food enemies, which exemplifies the "Anthropomorphic Food" trope on TV Tropes.^[10] This trope highlights how BurgerTime's antagonistic ingredients, such as Mr. Hot Dog and Mr. Pickle, chase the protagonist in a playful reversal of culinary norms, influencing discussions on food-based humor in gaming.^[62] Official BurgerTime arcade cabinets have been preserved and displayed in museums dedicated to video game history, serving as tangible artifacts of 1980s arcade culture. The International Arcade Museum, for example, documents the original mustard-yellow upright and cocktail variants, emphasizing their design and historical significance.^[2] High-score tournaments featuring BurgerTime occur at retro gaming events, where enthusiasts compete to surpass records on authentic hardware, fostering community engagement with the game's challenging mechanics.^[63] BurgerTime contributed to the emergence of food-themed games by pioneering a culinary motif where players assemble meals amid chaotic pursuits, inspiring later titles with similar whimsical integrations of everyday food into gameplay.^[64] Its protagonist, chef Peter Pepper, has become a subject of fan art within retro gaming communities, with artists reimagining his design on platforms like DeviantArt to evoke nostalgia for the era's pixelated charm.^[65] In recent years, BurgerTime regained visibility through a 2024 promotional tie-in with Chili's Grill & Bar, which launched "Big Smasher BurgerTime," an arcade-style video game inspired by the original to market their new burger menu. The campaign, running through July 2024, allowed players to compete for prizes like free burgers for life, effectively bridging retro gaming with modern fast-food marketing to attract younger audiences.^[55]^[56]

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Feb 2, 2023 · It's always better for a game to be too easy instead of too hard, but Dig Dug 2600's total lack of tension and challenge makes it a bore.
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BurgerTime [News] - IGN
Rating 7.5/10 · Review by IGNIn the arcade classic BurgerTime, you are a chef who finish off orders by running over ingredients while avoiding nasty, jealous food.Missing: retrospective 2010s
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Cyan's 1001 Video Games You Must Play Before You Die
Reactor. 35. Miner 2049Er. 36. Pitfall. 37. Burgertime. 38. Moon Patrol. 39. Q*Bert. 40. Page 1 of 26. Previous Next Page.
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BurgerTime Review for Arcade Games - GameFAQs - GameSpot
Rating 4.0 · Review by Leet_Live_in_CoJul 15, 2001 · After playing the game for a few days, and still not getting past the third level, I can safely say that this game is extraordinarily difficult, ...
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BurgerTime (Atari 2600) - Review Stream
... level because then the video game becomes insanely hard. There's a serious spike in difficulty that comes out of nowhere and is merciless. It's unfortunate ...
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Electronic Games Magazine 1984 Arcade Awards | VideoGameGeek
Aug 1, 2013 · Many excellent games failed to win an Arcade Award or Electronic Games Certificate of Merit ... BurgerTime · Michael Dorosh Avatar. Michael ...
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BurgerTime - Blue Sky Rangers Intellivision History
The arcade game was developed in Japan, where many fast-food restaurants give the popular option of adding a fried egg to your burger. FUN FACT ...
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RePlay Magazine Chart Summary - Part 1
Aug 11, 2013 · It listed the top 20 arcade games in use during 1975 and 1976. Ten of the games listed were video games, including the top 3. The others ...Missing: BurgerTime | Show results with:BurgerTime
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Super BurgerTime (1990) - MobyGames
Apr 24, 2010 · Super BurgerTime is a sequel to BurgerTime. The players control Peter Pepper Jr. or his twin brother Pete Pepper Jr. (in two players mode)
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Super Burger Time - FLYING TIGER ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
Flying Tiger's Johnny Turbo's arcade releases the 1990's arcade classic, Super Burgertime for Nintendo Switch Now! ... Arcade, featuring classics by Data East™.
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BurgerTime Deluxe for Game Boy - GameFAQs - GameSpot
BurgerTime Deluxe ; Length. 11 Hours (34) ; Platform: Game Boy ; Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D ; Developer/Publisher: Data East ; Release: March 1991.
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BurgerTime Deluxe (1991) - Game Boy - Nintendo Life
Rating 6.6/10 (45) You play as Peter Pepper, Chef Extraordinaire. Your objective is to make burgers by walking across the all the parts completely to make them drop down.<|separator|>
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Our First Stop On BurgerTime World Tour Is An Interview ... - Siliconera
May 4, 2011 · Evolution is the keyword since BurgerTime World Tour takes the core of the Data East arcade game and spins it around with cylindrical levels.
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Burgertime: Worldtour (2011) - MobyGames
May 15, 2012 · The objective is to complete a set amount of burgers in a level by walking over its various ingredients and condiments such as patties, cheese, ...
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Burgertime World Tour Review - GodisaGeek.com
Nov 16, 2011 · Burgertime World Tour is incredibly frustrating from the very start of the game, with little in the way of reward, should you persevere.
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BurgerTime Party! - Marvelous USA
... BurgerTime Party! is in development for a Fall 2019 launch. Release Date. October 8, 2019. Platform. Nintendo Switch. Genre. Retro, Action. Players. 4. Rating.<|separator|>
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BurgerTime Party! Reviews - Metacritic
Rating 70% (10) BurgerTime Party is a sharp reimagining of a classic arcade game. Overall, the original gameplay is focused into more guided and shorter puzzles.
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Chili's® Big Smasher BurgerTime Video Game Levels Up Fast-Food ...
Jun 25, 2024 · Burger lovers and gamers can enter the exclusive online Chili's Big Smasher BurgerTime competition through July 14 at chilisburgertime.com free ...
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Chili's arcade-inspired video game slams rising fast food prices
Jun 25, 2024 · Chili's Big Smasher BurgerTime serves as a remake of BurgerTime, a video game originally released in 1982 under the title Hamburger in Japan.<|separator|>
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Mr. Wimpy: The Hamburger Game (1984) - MobyGames
Sep 6, 2003 · Mr. Wimpy is a one-player game, where the character controls Mr. Wimpy whose favorite hobby is making tasty hamburgers.
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BurgerSpace - Libregamewiki
Aug 5, 2024 · BurgerSpace is an clone of the arcade game BurgerTime started by Pierre Sarrazin with artwork and testing by Luce St-Aman.Missing: homage | Show results with:homage
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BurgerTime Remake by simon5986 - itch.io
A remake of the classic arcade game, BurgerTime. You have to walk along all the different ingredients so they fall one floor down.Missing: clones | Show results with:clones
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Burger Time (C64) by Arlasoft - itch.io
Rating 4.4 (7) This is a very impressive port of the arcade game, much more faithful than the extremely poor official port.<|control11|><|separator|>
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BurgerTime: The Complete History | Retro Gaming Documentary
Apr 26, 2025 · I love BurgerTime. Easily one of my favorites of the golden age of arcade games. Simple but at the same time super hard when you get to ...Missing: developer | Show results with:developer
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Anthropomorphic Food - TV Tropes
Anthropomorphic food must be based on something that was invented for eating. Example: a key lime pie was invented by humans, and uses limes for a cooking ...
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High Score Arcade - The Game Expo
The Game Expo is all about YOU, and everyone who loves video games. Melbourne Exhibition Centre Docklands Melbourne 14 - 15 March 2026 ...
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Serving Up the Delicious History of Burger Time: A Classic Arcade ...
May 27, 2024 · Developed by the legendary team at Data East, the game was inspired by a blend of culinary experiences and pop culture influences. Its ...
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Peter Pepper (Burgertime) Designs by warahi on DeviantArt
Oct 11, 2020 · An arcade game that I always loved is Burgertime. It was just so much fun. And one of the things I like to do is redraw stuff from old games.Missing: memes fan