Summary
- Release Year: 1999
- Genres: Platform
- Platforms: PlayStation
- Developers: Crystal Dynamics
- Publishers: Eidos Interactive
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko (1999)
Introduction
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko is a 3D platformer game developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Midway Games. It was released for the PlayStation, Nintendo 64, and Dreamcast in 1999. The game is the third installment in the Gex series, following Gex (1995) and Gex: Enter the Gecko (1998).
Gameplay
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko is a 3D platformer game in which the player controls Gex, a talking gecko, as he travels through various television-themed levels. The game features a variety of gameplay elements, including platforming, puzzle-solving, and combat.
Gex can jump, climb, and glide his way through the levels. He can also use his tail to attack enemies and collect items. The game features a variety of power-ups that can give Gex new abilities, such as the ability to shoot fireballs or to become invincible.
The levels in Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko are all parodies of different television shows and genres. For example, one level is a parody of the sitcom Friends, while another level is a parody of the action movie Die Hard. Each level features its own unique set of challenges and puzzles.
Plot
The story of Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko begins when Gex is watching TV one day and discovers that Rez, the main antagonist from Gex: Enter the Gecko, has kidnapped Agent Xtra, the head of the TV Terrorist Defense Unit. Gex sets out to rescue Xtra and stop Rez from taking over the world.
Gex travels through a variety of television-themed levels, each of which is a parody of a different television show or genre. Along the way, he encounters a variety of enemies, including giant spiders, robots, and even a giant chicken.
Reception
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s humor and variety, while others criticized its difficulty and repetitive gameplay. The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko is considered to be one of the best 3D platformers of its era. The game’s humor, variety, and challenging gameplay have made it a favorite among fans of the genre. The game has also been praised for its innovative use of television parodies.
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko Today
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko is still available to play on the PlayStation, Nintendo 64, and Dreamcast. The game is also available for download on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade.
Conclusion
Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko is a classic 3D platformer that is still enjoyed by fans of the genre today. The game’s humor, variety, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for anyone who loves 3D platformers.
Additional Information
- Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko was the first game in the series to be released on the Dreamcast.
- The game features the voice of Dana Gould as Gex.
- Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko was nominated for several awards, including “Best Platform Game” at the 2000 Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences Awards.
Review Score
7.5/10
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