![]() ![]() The game was revolutionary in that it was the first video game to ever be hand animated. However, you’d be wise not to judge on first appearances. On the surface, it doesn’t sound that innovative, just your standard platformer video game. As Aladdin, you could defeat enemies with your scimitar, or by clocking them with apples. Originally released in 1994, the game is a side scrolling platformer which put you in control of the films hero as he travels through Agrabah on his quest to defeat Jafar. On September 1, Disney announced that they were doing just that, and in case you were wondering, yes…it’s because I found a magic lamp and wished for it. It still holds up almost 25 years later proving to be better then many modern 2D platformers.If I were to stumble across a magic lamp, say in the Cave of Wonders, and if that lamp were to contain a genie who promised to grant me three wishes, at least one of those wishes would be for Disney to re-release their 1993 classic video game Aladdin. The cartoon visuals leap off the screen and a fantastic soundtrack that includes most of the films songs makes it an absolute treat to play. You’ll need these bonus levels just to get as many gems as you can because dying becomes really easy the further you make it into the game.Ī massive amount of variety in the levels even if gameplay remains the same makes Aladdin a joy to play through. The Abu tokens send you to a bonus level where you play as the monkey dodging falling items while picking gems up. ![]() ![]() These gems are hidden throughout the levels but even more can be gained by finding Abu and Genie tokens. (Think THAT level in Battletoads).Īladdin has a supply of lives and continues and more can be bought by giving gems to the travelling salesmen that appears in the movie. However, this is when the game is at its most thrilling and the carpet ride escape is incredible even if it will result in a few pulled hairs. Skill becomes a necessity especially once you reach the Cave of Wonders where the difficulty increases by quite a bit. Instead deaths come from the many traps and drops that litter the levels. With a decent health bar, players will rarely die via enemies. Sticking closely to the 2D platforming style, Aladdin can jump, climb and duck all while fighting off varied enemies using his scimitar and apples which he can throw. All areas of the movie are touched upon with some added additions like a level set inside the Genie’s lamp. From the streets of Agrabah, to the Sultan’s dungeons, to the Cave of Wonders and to an eventual final battle with Jafar in his palace. ![]() Players take control of Aladdin (the monkey Abu in bonus levels) and play through locations from the film effectively following the story. A massive success, it is the 4th best-selling game on the Mega Drive/Genesis to date.Ĭoming quite late in the Mega Drive/Genesis’ lifespan (the Sega Saturn would be released a year later), it stands out as one of the best looking and fun 2D platformers on the system. It was released for Sega Mega Drive/Genesis late 1993 and ported to several other systems soon afterwards. Developed and published by Virgin Games and based on the 1992 hit film of the same name. Ask anyone what Disney game from the 16-bit era is the best and the majority will answer, Aladdin. ![]()
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