Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Adventure, Point-and-click
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Ivanoff Interactive
- Publishers: Egmont Interactive, Ivanoff Interactive
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade (1998)
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade is a point-and-click adventure game developed by Danish studio Interactive Television Entertainment and published by Infogrames in 1998. It is the third installment in the Skipper & Skeeto series, following Skipper & Skeeto (1993) and Skipper & Skeeto II: The Quick Brown Fox (1995).
The game follows Skipper the mole and Skeeto the mosquito as they attempt to rescue Skipper’s girlfriend, Suzy Molson (Mia in some localizations), from the clutches of the evil Mr. Shade. Mr. Shade has captured Suzy and taken her to his office building, which is filled with stuffed endangered animals. Skipper and Skeeto must team up to escape the building and defeat Mr. Shade.
The player can choose to play as either Skipper or Suzy at the beginning of the game. The gameplay is typical of point-and-click adventure games, with the player directing Skipper or Suzy to pick up objects and solve puzzles. The game also features simple battle mechanics against Mr. Shade’s robotic spiders.
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade was praised for its charming characters, challenging puzzles, and environmental message. The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Gameplay
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade is a point-and-click adventure game played from a third-person perspective. The player controls either Skipper or Suzy as they explore Mr. Shade’s office building and solve puzzles.
The game’s puzzles are varied and challenging, and often require the player to use objects in creative ways. For example, the player may need to use a feather to tickle a guard’s nose, or use a magnet to retrieve a key from a vent.
The game also features simple battle mechanics against Mr. Shade’s robotic spiders. The player can use a variety of objects to attack the spiders, such as rocks, sticks, and even bananas.
Characters
- Skipper is a mole who is brave and resourceful. He is always willing to help those in need, and he is determined to rescue Suzy from Mr. Shade.
- Skeeto is a mosquito who is loyal and supportive. He is always there to help Skipper, and he is always up for a good adventure.
- Suzy Molson (Mia in some localizations) is a mole who is kind and caring. She is Skipper’s girlfriend, and she is kidnapped by Mr. Shade at the beginning of the game.
- Mr. Shade is the evil owner of the office building. He is a cruel and heartless man who is obsessed with collecting endangered animals. He has captured Suzy and taken her to his office building, and he plans to add her to his collection.
Themes
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade has a strong environmental message. The game teaches players about the importance of protecting endangered animals and their habitats. The game also shows the consequences of greed and selfishness.
Reception
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade was praised for its charming characters, challenging puzzles, and environmental message. The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
The game received positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the game’s “clever puzzles” and “charming characters,” and GameSpot called it “a great adventure game for all ages.”
Legacy
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade is considered to be one of the best point-and-click adventure games of the 1990s. The game has been praised for its innovative gameplay, charming characters, and environmental message.
The game has been ported to a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, and iOS. The game is also available on GOG.com and Steam.
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade has inspired a number of fan-made games and mods. The game has also been featured in several retrospectives on the point-and-click adventure genre.
Conclusion
Skipper & Skeeto: The Revenge of Mr. Shade is a classic point-and-click adventure game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s charming characters, challenging puzzles, and environmental message make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8/10
