Troddlers is a puzzle-platformer game released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1993, developed by Atod AB and published by Seika Corporation. The game was originally released for the Amiga and MS-DOS before being ported to the SNES.

Storyline & Concept

In Troddlers, players control Hokus and Pokus, two apprentice wizards who must prove their skills by guiding small, lemming-like creatures called Troddlers to safety. The gameplay is heavily inspired by Lemmings, but with a unique twist involving block-building mechanics.

Gameplay

The main objective is to direct the Troddlers safely to the exit while overcoming various obstacles and enemies. Players can use magic to create and destroy blocks, allowing them to alter the environment, build paths, and trap enemies.

Key gameplay features include:

• Single-player and cooperative multiplayer mode (two players can work together).
• Over 175 levels, increasing in difficulty as players progress.
• Different types of Troddlers, some of which behave uniquely (e.g., some explode upon contact with walls).
• Time limits and strategic block placement, requiring careful planning to complete each stage.

Reception & Legacy

While Troddlers was not a mainstream hit, it gained a following among puzzle game fans for its innovative mechanics, challenging puzzles, and multiplayer mode. It remains a hidden gem in the SNES library, often compared to Lemmings but with more emphasis on player-controlled interactions.