Review of “Sabrina: The Animated Series – Zapped!”

A trip down memory lane—didn’t see this one coming, but here we are. Wayforward—ring any bells? They’ve been doing their thing with these cool 2D games for ages. River City Girls, Shantae—that kind of stuff. But hey, they’ve also done a ton of other games, including some based on shows. Remember “Sabrina: The Animated Series – Zapped”? Yeah, might’ve slipped past you. But it’s a Game Boy Color gem, really. Oddly nostalgic.

So, you’re Sabrina in this one. She’s a teenage witch with this knack for turning her pals into critters—oops, right? Now she’s gotta fix it. You’re jumping on stuff, casting spells. Classic platformer magic, literally. Oh, and you get these neat abilities like double jumping or using Salem, that sassy cat, to crawl into tight spots. Plus, there’s this bubble spell for floating around—fun stuff, trust me.

Level design? It’s tight. Like, not earth-shattering or anything, but solid. There’s this tall level where using the bubble is a must. And sometimes Salem is the star—breaking blocks and whatnot. Honestly, it’s impressive for a Game Boy Color game. Big, colorful sprites, easy to pick up. Just a straightforward password system for keeping track. Simple, but it works.

But here’s the real kicker—the controls. Game Boy Color, limited buttons, you know the drill. Casting spells and running—both on B. Yep, that sometimes means getting smacked by enemies. But hey, for a game that’s like a spin-off of a spin-off, it plays surprisingly well, all things considered. No, it’s not Shantae-level amazing, but it’s a decent foundation. More curiosity than revolution. Play through it once, soak in the charm, and then let the spell wear off. Fun while it lasts, you know?