Summary
- Release Year: 2001
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle
- Platforms: Game Boy Advance
- Developers: Virtucraft
- Publishers: BAM! Entertainment, Cartoon Network Interactive
Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! (2001) Review
Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! is a 2001 platformer game developed by Khara and published by Cartoon Network Interactive for the PlayStation, Game Boy Advance, and Game Boy Color. The game is based on the Cartoon Network animated television series Dexter’s Laboratory.
In the game, the player controls Dexter as he tries to stop his sister Dee Dee from destroying his laboratory. Dee Dee has accidentally cloned herself, and the clones are running amok, causing chaos and destruction. Dexter must use his gadgets and abilities to capture the clones and restore order to his lab.
The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique challenges. Dexter must use his intellect and skills to overcome obstacles, defeat enemies, and collect items. The game also features a number of boss battles, in which Dexter must face off against giant Dee Dee clones.
Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! is a fun and challenging platformer that is sure to please fans of the television series. The game features colorful graphics, catchy music, and a variety of levels and challenges. Dexter is a likeable and relatable protagonist, and the game’s humor is spot-on.
Gameplay
Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! is a 2D platformer in which the player controls Dexter as he runs, jumps, and shoots his way through a variety of levels. Dexter can use a variety of gadgets and abilities to help him on his quest, including a jetpack, a laser gun, and a grappling hook.
The game features a variety of enemies, including Dee Dee clones, giant robots, and evil scientists. Dexter must defeat these enemies by shooting them with his laser gun or by using his gadgets to trap them.
The game also features a number of puzzles that Dexter must solve in order to progress. These puzzles involve using Dexter’s gadgets and abilities to manipulate the environment and defeat enemies.
Graphics and Sound
Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! features colorful and detailed graphics that are faithful to the style of the television series. The game’s environments are varied and interesting, and the character designs are spot-on.
The game’s music is catchy and upbeat, and it perfectly captures the tone of the television series. The sound effects are also well-done, and they help to create a sense of immersion.
Story
The story of Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! is simple but effective. Dexter’s sister Dee Dee has accidentally cloned herself, and the clones are running amok, causing chaos and destruction. Dexter must use his gadgets and abilities to capture the clones and restore order to his lab.
The game’s story is told through a series of cutscenes that are interspersed between the levels. The cutscenes are well-written and funny, and they help to keep the player engaged in the game’s story.
Overall
Dexter’s Laboratory: Deesaster Strikes! is a fun and challenging platformer that is sure to please fans of the television series. The game features colorful graphics, catchy music, and a variety of levels and challenges. Dexter is a likeable and relatable protagonist, and the game’s humor is spot-on.
Score: 8/10
Pros:
- Fun and challenging gameplay
- Colorful and detailed graphics
- Catchy music
- Well-written story
- Likeable protagonist
Cons:
- Some of the levels can be difficult
- The game can be repetitive at times
Review Score
7.5/10
