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Hook is a pirate-themed brawler from Irem based on the movie of the same name. It features 5 playable characters with expansive movesets. Its combat has unique combo finishers that grant invincibility as well as several aerial throws. Its art style has fluid animations and goofy caricature bosses.
Because it's based on the movie, Peter Pan in this game is Robin Williams. This is the first brawler from Irem, who would later develop the also excellent Undercover Cops.
Although I despised this movie even as a kid, I can see past that and admit that Hook is a superb brawler. Its combat is accessible, satisfying, and features a surprising number of attacks. Its pixel art displays gorgeous shading and color usage. This is an extremely polished, tight experience that's a blast to play from beginning to end.
