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The Adventures of Tintin: The Game

Dec 06, 2011 15 years ago
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Type Base game 2011 Genres AdventurePlatform Companies Gameloft · Publisher · Ubisoft Montpellier · Developer Follow Log in to follow

While the movie taps into the nostalgia vein of Hergé's original comic strip, the game feeds from the memory of traditional platformers. Platforming is the beating heart of Ubisoft's crisp, charming riff on Spielberg's recent film. The subtlety and nuance of the cast's movements, from daring leaps to nose-smashing right-hooks, is an artistic delight that keeps the sidescrolling action consistently engaging, even if it does turn out to have more ideas than its slender runtime can cope with.

What it’s like

This title is a polished, kinetic platformer that faithfully adapts the film’s aesthetic into crisp side-scrolling action. The experience prioritizes charm and accessibility over complexity, featuring fluid movement mechanics where Tintin’s agility feels weighty yet responsive. Visually, it captures Hergé’s 'clear line' style with impressive fidelity, creating a vibrant world that rewards exploration without demanding deep mastery. The writing strikes a delightful balance, offering puns and wit that entertain children while providing subtle humor for adults, avoiding the patronizing tone common in licensed media. Combat is straightforward and rhythmic, serving as a vehicle to maintain momentum rather than a complex system to master. While the campaign is relatively short and linear, the tight controls and high production value make it a joyous, low-stress adventure perfect for casual play or co-op sessions with younger players.

Strong in Visuals / ArtAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCharactersPacingPolish / PerformanceWriting / Dialogue

Keep in mind The campaign is notably brief and lacks mechanical depth, making it feel more like an interactive movie than a substantial game. It may disappoint hardcore platformers seeking complex level design or challenging combat systems.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from gamesradar.com, metacritic.com, ign.com, en.wikipedia.org, mobygames.com.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
Nintendo 3DS Worldwide Full release Oct 21, 201115 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Oct 21, 201115 years ago
PlayStation 3 Worldwide Full release Oct 21, 201115 years ago
Android Worldwide Full release Oct 31, 201115 years ago
iOS Worldwide Full release Oct 31, 201115 years ago
Wii Worldwide Full release Dec 06, 201115 years ago
Xbox 360 Worldwide Full release Dec 06, 201115 years ago

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