  is a platform game for the 8-bit sega master system video game console. it was first released in japan on saturday, november 1, 1986, and then was distributed to europe, australia and the united states in 1987. it was arguably the most widely known game in the alex kidd series, due to it being built into most master system ii consoles. it is the first game in the alex kidd series created for this character, and the most popular of all alex kidd games. ==gameplay== alex kidd in miracle world is primarily a platform game, which also incorporates strategy and roleplaying. the player must finish levels and overcome obstacles and scenarios in a 2d environment. throughout the eleven stages of alex kidd in miracle world, alex kidd faces many monsters, plus the three henchmen of janken the great, before facing janken himself. alex kidd is the only playable character in the game. his primary skill is punching, which he can use to attack enemies, break certain types of rocks to open blocks, and access new areas and collect money. breaking or stepping on certain blocks releases an evil spirit that will try to kill alex. the game requires more than the player's ability to accomplish specific phases. any money alex collects can be used to purchase items such as motorbikes{{cite web|title=alex kidd in miracle world review| url=http://ww
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