Aunt Arctic Adventure
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1988 |
| Products | Aunt Arctic Adventure |
Aunt Arctic Adventure is a platform game developed by Mindware and launched in 1988 for the Amiga. Players take on the role of Charlie the chimpanzee, who must traverse various stages to save his aunt after she is abducted to perform in a circus set in the Arctic.
Gameplay
The title offers both single-player and two-player modes, with the second participant controlling Penguin Pete. The core gameplay revolves around gathering bananas and treasures to accumulate points while evading foes such as Eskimos, spiders, penguins, along with dangers including pits, flying daggers, axes, and scorching floors. Certain stages introduce additional difficulties like restricted lighting and hidden traps.
Comprising 50 levels, Aunt Arctic Adventure features obstacles such as invisible barriers, ropes, ladders, and hurdles. Players need to apply reasoning, solve puzzles, and demonstrate quick reactions to progress. Levels are organized into groups of four that share similar music themes and enemy types; typically, the fourth stage in each group presents a more challenging obstacle course.
Reception
The game received a 4-star rating from Info, which commended its appealing visuals, engaging soundtrack, responsive joystick handling, and fluid screen scrolling.
Reviews
- Joystick Hebdo (French)
- Aktueller Software Markt (German)
- Power Play (German)
- https://amr.abime.net/review_14867