The gameplay revolves around Mexican jumping beans (referred to in game as Brainies) as they navigate 101 levels to solve the puzzles that are in their way.[1]
A time limit is in effect; running out of time means losing a life.[1] Players can only control the direction in which a Brainy will walk; taking care not to bump into another Brainy or an obstacle.[1] There are four difficulty levels and the object is to return the Mexican jumping beans safely home. Items can be picked up; they may be beneficial or detrimental to the Brainy depending on certain factors.[1] Arrows can also force a Brainy to change directions, rendering him helpless for a while and possibly messing up a carefully solved puzzle.[1]
Reception
GamePro gave the Super NES version a generally positive review, criticizing that "the icons are too small", but praising the brain-stretching and addictive gameplay.[3]
The Super NES version of the video game was reviewed in one of the first 50 issues of Nintendo Power.[citation needed]