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Commander KeenBlast off as Billy Blaze, the kid hero Commander Keen, in a comedic sci‑fi platform adventure.
Commander Keen in Aliens Ate My Baby Sitter!
Commander Keen in Aliens Ate My Baby Sitter!Rescue your babysitter from hungry aliens before dinner time.
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You play as 8‑year‑old Billy Blaze, who dons his brother’s football helmet to become the intergalactic hero Commander Keen. Travel across space‑worlds, battle alien creatures, and recover lost plasma crystals to save humanity in a single‑player adventure. The game blends classic 2D platforming with a lighthearted sci‑fi story, featuring colorful pixel art and humor that appeals to both kids and nostalgic gamers. Developed by David A. Palmer Productions and published by Activision, it delivers a retro feel with modern polish.

Billy's alter ego, Commander Keen, pilots his homemade Megarocket to save his kidnapped babysitter from a gang of ravenous extraterrestrials. The game blends classic side‑scrolling platform action with quirky sci‑fi humor as you race against the clock. Navigate colorful alien worlds, avoid traps, and defeat foes using Keen's trusty pogo stick and blaster. The single‑player adventure challenges players to complete the mission before dinnertime, delivering nostalgic fun for retro gaming fans.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Platformers
Best for
Fans of retro platformers
Retro platformer enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
2001-05-17
1991-11-30
Specifications
developer
David A. Palmer Productions
id Software
publisher
Activision
FormGen
age rating
ESRB E
E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
80/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Charming retro graphics
  • Humorous sci‑fi storyline
  • Tight platforming controls
  • Varied level design with secrets
  • Charming retro pixel art and humor.
  • Tight, responsive platforming controls.
  • Engaging timed rescue mission.
  • Authentic DOS-era experience.
Cons
  • Limited replayability after all secrets are found
  • No multiplayer or co‑op mode
  • Audio can feel repetitive
  • Limited to single-player mode.
  • No modern save system; relies on checkpoints.
  • Graphics may feel dated to new players.
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