Summary
- Release Year: 2001
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Game Boy Color
- Publishers: THQ
Rocket Power: Gettin’ Air (2001)
Rocket Power: Gettin’ Air is a 2001 extreme sports game developed by THQ and released for the Game Boy Color. The game is based on the Nickelodeon animated television series of the same name, and features the voices of the show’s cast.
Players take control of one of four characters from the show: Otto, Reggie, Twister, or Sam. Each character has their own unique abilities and strengths, which can be used to overcome the game’s many challenges.
The game features 10 levels of action-packed gameplay, which take place in a variety of locations, including the beach, the mountains, and the city. Players must complete each level by performing a variety of extreme sports tricks, such as surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, and inline skating.
Along the way, players can collect coins and power-ups to help them progress through the game. They can also unlock new characters and levels by completing certain challenges.
Rocket Power: Gettin’ Air is a fun and challenging game that is sure to appeal to fans of the show and extreme sports enthusiasts alike. The game’s colorful graphics, catchy music, and addictive gameplay make it a must-play for Game Boy Color owners.
Gameplay
Rocket Power: Gettin’ Air is a side-scrolling platformer game. Players control one of four characters from the show: Otto, Reggie, Twister, or Sam. Each character has their own unique abilities and strengths, which can be used to overcome the game’s many challenges.
The game features 10 levels of action-packed gameplay, which take place in a variety of locations, including the beach, the mountains, and the city. Players must complete each level by performing a variety of extreme sports tricks, such as surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding, and inline skating.
Along the way, players can collect coins and power-ups to help them progress through the game. They can also unlock new characters and levels by completing certain challenges.
Characters
- Otto Rocket: The leader of the Rocket Power gang, Otto is a skilled surfer, snowboarder, and skateboarder. He is always up for a challenge, and he never gives up.
- Reggie Rocket: Otto’s younger brother, Reggie is a talented surfer and skateboarder. He is also a bit of a prankster, and he loves to make his friends laugh.
- Twister Rodriguez: The brains of the Rocket Power gang, Twister is a skilled inventor and engineer. He is always coming up with new ways to improve the gang’s equipment and gadgets.
- Sam Dullard: The newest member of the Rocket Power gang, Sam is a shy and clumsy boy. However, he is also a talented surfer and skateboarder, and he is always willing to learn new things.
Levels
The game features 10 levels of action-packed gameplay, which take place in a variety of locations, including the beach, the mountains, and the city. Each level is filled with challenges and obstacles, which players must overcome in order to progress.
The levels are as follows:
- The Beach: The first level of the game takes place on the beach. Players must surf, swim, and skateboard their way through a variety of obstacles, including waves, jellyfish, and seagulls.
- The Mountains: The second level of the game takes place in the mountains. Players must snowboard, ski, and sled their way through a variety of obstacles, including snowdrifts, trees, and rocks.
- The City: The third level of the game takes place in the city. Players must skateboard, inline skate, and bike their way through a variety of obstacles, including traffic, pedestrians, and construction sites.
- The Skate Park: The fourth level of the game takes place in a skate park. Players must perform a variety of skateboarding tricks to earn points and progress through the level.
- The Half-Pipe: The fifth level of the game takes place in a half-pipe. Players must perform a variety of snowboarding tricks to earn points and progress through the level.
- The Pool: The sixth level of the game takes place in a pool. Players must perform a variety of surfing tricks to earn points and progress through the level.
- The BMX Track: The seventh level of the game takes place on a BMX track. Players must perform a variety of BMX tricks to earn points and progress through the level.
- The Race Track: The eighth level of the game takes place on a race track. Players must race against each other to earn points and progress through the level.
- The Obstacle Course: The ninth level of the game takes place on an obstacle course. Players must overcome a variety of obstacles, including walls, jumps, and balance beams, to earn points and progress through the level.
- The Boss Battle: The tenth and final level of the game takes place against the boss, Meatlug. Players must defeat Meatlug in a variety of challenges to win the game.
Reception
Rocket Power: Gettin’ Air received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its fun and challenging gameplay, its colorful graphics, and its catchy music. Many critics also praised the game’s faithfulness to the television show.
The game was a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide. It was also nominated for several awards, including the BAFTA Award for Best Children’s Game.
Legacy
Rocket Power: Gettin’ Air is considered to be one of the best extreme sports games on the Game Boy Color. The game’s fun and challenging gameplay, its colorful graphics, and its catchy music have made it a favorite among fans of the show and extreme sports enthusiasts alike.
The game has been re-released several times, including on the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console in 2014. It is also available as part of the Rocket Power: The Complete Series DVD set.
Review Score
7.5/10
