Summary
- Release Year: 1993
- Genres: Arcade, Platform
- Platforms: Amiga
- Developers: Maximum Effect
- Publishers: Alternative Software
Dinosaur Detective Agency (1993)
Introduction
Dinosaur Detective Agency is a scrolling screen platformer game released in 1993 by Alternative Software for the Amiga. The game stars Rex Raptor, a dinosaur detective who must solve a variety of cases involving missing persons, stolen artifacts, and other crimes.
Gameplay
Dinosaur Detective Agency is a side-scrolling platformer with a unique twist: the player controls a dinosaur detective. Rex Raptor can walk, jump, and shoot, and he can also use his detective skills to investigate crime scenes and solve puzzles.
The game is divided into a series of levels, each of which takes place in a different location, such as a city street, a forest, or a museum. In each level, Rex must solve a variety of puzzles and defeat a variety of enemies, including other dinosaurs, robots, and aliens.
Rex can use his detective skills to examine crime scenes and interview witnesses. He can also use his shooting skills to defeat enemies and collect power-ups.
Plot
The game’s story begins when Rex Raptor is hired to investigate the disappearance of a famous scientist. Rex soon discovers that the scientist has been kidnapped by a group of evil aliens who are planning to use his inventions for their own nefarious purposes.
Rex must travel to a variety of locations and solve a variety of puzzles in order to rescue the scientist and stop the aliens. Along the way, he will meet a cast of colorful characters, including a talking dog, a wise-cracking parrot, and a beautiful damsel in distress.
Reception
Dinosaur Detective Agency was released to critical acclaim. Critics praised the game’s unique gameplay, charming characters, and witty dialogue. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Dinosaur Detective Agency is considered to be one of the best Amiga platformers ever made. The game’s unique gameplay and charming characters have made it a cult classic among Amiga fans.
Additional Information
- Dinosaur Detective Agency was developed by a small team of developers at Alternative Software.
- The game was originally released on the Amiga, but was later ported to the PC and other platforms.
- Dinosaur Detective Agency was followed by a sequel, Dinosaur Detective Agency 2: The Curse of the Golden Idol, which was released in 1995.
Review
Dinosaur Detective Agency is a fun and unique platformer that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. The game’s charming characters, witty dialogue, and challenging puzzles make it a must-play for Amiga fans.
Score: 7.5 out of 10
Pros:
- Unique gameplay
- Charming characters
- Witty dialogue
- Challenging puzzles
Cons:
- Short length
- Some levels can be frustrating
Overall:
Dinosaur Detective Agency is a fun and unique platformer that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. The game’s charming characters, witty dialogue, and challenging puzzles make it a must-play for Amiga fans.
Review Score
7.5/10
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