The first installment, simply titled , remains a fascinating capsule of that era. Here is why it’s worth a look back (and where it might make you want to retreat into your shell). The Aesthetic: Cel-Shaded Perfection
At its core, this is a straightforward . You choose your turtle—Leo, Donnie, Raph, or Mikey—and fight through waves of Foot Ninjas and Mousers across New York City.
It wasn't all pizza parties, though. The game faced criticism for being . If you played it, you probably still hear Leonardo yelling "Slice and dice!" every five seconds. Surprisingly, despite being on a powerhouse like the Xbox, the first game only supported two-player co-op , leaving half the turtle team on the sidelines until the later sequels fixed this. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Xbox
You can find scrolls to unlock special moves and even play as characters like Splinter or Casey Jones in the versus mode. The "Ooze" in the System