Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (Sega CD video game)

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers for the Sega CD is a full-motion video (FMV) action game released in 1994. Developed by Simis and published by Sega, the game is based on the first season of the popular television show Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Unlike other video game adaptations of the franchise that focused on side-scrolling beat 'em up gameplay, this title utilized pre-rendered video footage to tell a story and present interactive challenges.

The gameplay primarily involves watching video clips and responding to on-screen prompts within a limited timeframe. These prompts typically involve pressing specific buttons on the Sega CD controller to execute actions such as blocking attacks, performing martial arts moves, or making strategic decisions. Failure to respond correctly results in damage or a game over.

The narrative follows the Power Rangers as they battle Rita Repulsa and her various monsters. The game features scenes and characters directly from the television show, aiming to replicate the visual style and campy tone. The game's story is presented through a series of branching paths, offering a degree of replayability as players can make different choices that influence the outcome.

Critical reception for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers on the Sega CD was mixed. While some appreciated the novelty of the FMV presentation and its faithfulness to the source material, others criticized the simplistic gameplay, repetitive nature, and the often-grainy and pixelated video quality inherent to the Sega CD format. The game is now considered a product of its time, showcasing the early adoption of FMV technology in video games, which ultimately had limitations given the hardware capabilities of the era.