Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston Overview
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston is an NES title where players assume the role of the 19th-century journalist Henry M. Stanley. His assignment to document the work of explorer Dr. David Livingstone becomes a rescue mission after the doctor vanishes in the Congo jungle, reportedly while searching for a lost temple known as Am-Zutuk.
The adventure involves navigating a world map with numerous locations, some of which are towns where conversations can provide information. Gameplay shifts to platforming sequences where various hostile creatures and obstacles must be traversed. Not every area is essential to progress, as some are blocked or empty, while others conceal important items or clues.
Exploration yields several weapons for use, including indigenous tools like spears and blowpipes. The primary objectives are to trace Livingstone's path, uncover the mystery of the Amut people and their temple, and ultimately locate the missing doctor.
