About this game
Released in 1991, Bonk's Revenge is the sequel to the PC Engine's mascot platformer PC-Genjin (Bonk's Adventure), and widely considered the best entry in the original trilogy. A Stone Age caveman with an enormous head, Bonk smashes through prehistoric landscapes using his skull as a weapon. The sequel polished every element of the original — bigger levels, more creative enemies, refined mechanics — while retaining the eccentric charm that made the first game a PC Engine signature.
Key Features
Head-stomping and head-spinning attacks using Bonk's oversized skull; meat power-up system changing Bonk's state; multiple transformations including angry red Bonk with increased power; exploration-heavy levels with hidden routes; tight platformer controls with wall-jumping and ceiling-cling mechanics.
The Story Behind
The PC-Genjin / Bonk series was Hudson Soft's answer to the mascot platformer wars of the early 1990s — every major console had its identifiable hero, and PCくん was the PC Engine's. Bonk's Revenge arrived as the platform's mascot had reached mainstream recognition in Japan and North America. The series' combination of prehistoric setting, head-based combat, and quirky humour was a deliberate contrast to Sega's cooler Sonic and Nintendo's more wholesome Mario.
Tricks & Tales
Bonk's head-spin move, when executed at the right moment on a ceiling, allows Bonk to cling to it and move along the surface — a mechanic that opened up numerous shortcut paths for skilled players. The meat items grant power boosts proportional to how fresh the meat appears — slightly charred meat gives moderate power, while perfectly cooked meat triggers the maximum transformation. Bonk's Revenge added more secret areas and alternate routes than the original, rewarding thorough exploration.
Collector's Guide
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Hand-cleaned and tested units shipped worldwide from Toyohashi, Japan. HP direct purchase exclusive: we include a printed shop owner's note card with every order.
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