Summary
- Release Year: 2000
- Genres: Platform
- Platforms: Nintendo 64, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation
- Developers: Avalanche Software, KnowWonder
- Publishers: THQ
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie (2000)
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie is a 2000 platformer game developed by Traveller’s Tales and published by THQ. It is based on the 2000 film of the same name. The game was released for the Game Boy Color, GameCube, PlayStation, and Dreamcast.
The game follows the Rugrats as they travel to Paris with their parents. While there, they explore EuroReptarland, a theme park based on the popular children’s television show Rugrats. The Rugrats must complete various mini-games in order to earn enough tickets to ride the park’s attractions.
The game consists of 16 levels, each of which is based on a different area of EuroReptarland. The levels are filled with enemies, obstacles, and puzzles. The Rugrats must use their unique abilities to overcome these challenges and progress through the game.
In addition to the main story mode, the game also features a number of bonus levels and minigames. These minigames can be played by up to four players.
Gameplay
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie is a 3D platformer game. The player controls one of the Rugrats (Tommy, Chuckie, Angelica, or Phil and Lil) and must guide them through the various levels. The Rugrats can walk, jump, and crawl. They can also use a variety of objects to solve puzzles and defeat enemies.
The game’s levels are filled with a variety of challenges. The Rugrats must jump over obstacles, defeat enemies, and solve puzzles. The levels also feature a number of hidden areas that contain bonus items.
Reception
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s graphics, gameplay, and humor. Others criticized the game’s repetitive nature and lack of challenge.
Despite the mixed reviews, Rugrats in Paris: The Movie was a commercial success. The game sold over 2 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie is one of the most popular Rugrats games ever released. The game’s success helped to spawn a number of sequels and spin-offs. The game is also credited with helping to popularize the platformer genre on consoles.
Review
Rugrats in Paris: The Movie is a fun and charming platformer that the whole family can enjoy. The game’s colorful graphics, catchy music, and variety of mini-games make it a great choice for players of all ages.
The game’s levels are well-designed and offer a variety of challenges. The puzzles are clever and the enemies are challenging but fair. The game’s boss battles are also well-designed and provide a satisfying challenge.
The game’s only real downside is its repetitive nature. The game’s levels are all very similar and the objectives are often the same. This can make the game feel a bit repetitive after a while.
Overall, Rugrats in Paris: The Movie is a great platformer that the whole family can enjoy. The game’s colorful graphics, catchy music, and variety of mini-games make it a great choice for players of all ages.
Score: 8/10
Pros:
- Colorful graphics
- Catchy music
- Variety of mini-games
- Well-designed levels
- Clever puzzles
- Challenging enemies
- Satisfying boss battles
Cons:
- Repetitive nature
Review Score
7.5/10
