Summary
- Release Year: 2001
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Publishers: THQ
Rugrats: All Growned-Up (2001)
Introduction
Rugrats: All Growned-Up is a 2001 platformer video game developed by KnowWonder and published by THQ for the PlayStation 2, Game Boy Advance, and GameCube. The game is based on the Nickelodeon animated television series Rugrats, and it follows the adventures of the Rugrats characters as teenagers.
Gameplay
Rugrats: All Growned-Up is a 3D platformer game in which the player controls one of the six playable characters: Tommy Pickles, Chuckie Finster, Angelica Pickles, Phil and Lil DeVille, and Kimi Watanabe. The game features a variety of levels, each with its own unique challenges and obstacles. The player must use the characters’ unique abilities to overcome these challenges and progress through the game.
Tommy can use his Reptar Smash to break through obstacles, Chuckie can use his Rocket Pack to fly, Angelica can use her Vacuum Cleaner to suck up objects, Phil and Lil can use their Slingshot to launch projectiles, and Kimi can use her Grappling Hook to swing across gaps.
The game also features a variety of minigames, which can be played either solo or with up to four players. These minigames include races, puzzles, and shooting challenges.
Story
The story of Rugrats: All Growned-Up begins with the Rugrats characters graduating from preschool and entering junior high school. The characters must adjust to their new lives as teenagers, while also dealing with the challenges of growing up.
Throughout the game, the Rugrats characters face a variety of challenges, including bullies, homework, and peer pressure. However, they learn to overcome these challenges with the help of their friends and family.
Characters
The playable characters in Rugrats: All Growned-Up are:
- Tommy Pickles: The leader of the Rugrats, Tommy is a brave and adventurous boy.
- Chuckie Finster: A shy and nervous boy, Chuckie is often afraid of new things.
- Angelica Pickles: A spoiled and selfish girl, Angelica is often mean to the other Rugrats.
- Phil and Lil DeVille: Twins, Phil and Lil are always getting into trouble.
- Kimi Watanabe: A Japanese-American girl, Kimi is a kind and compassionate friend.
Reception
Rugrats: All Growned-Up received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game for its charming characters and fun gameplay, while others criticized it for its repetitive levels and lack of innovation.
Despite the mixed reviews, Rugrats: All Growned-Up was a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide. The game was also nominated for several awards, including Best Platform Game at the 2001 Golden Joystick Awards.
Legacy
Rugrats: All Growned-Up is a nostalgic and charming game that takes players on a trip down memory lane. The game features the beloved characters from the iconic Nickelodeon cartoon, and it offers a fun and lighthearted experience for fans of all ages.
The game has been praised for its faithful recreation of the Rugrats characters and its fun and engaging gameplay. It is considered to be one of the best Rugrats games ever made.
Review Score
7.5/10
