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Jazz Jackrabbit
Jazz JackrabbitRescue the rabbit princess in a fast‑paced sci‑fi platform shooter.
The NewZealand Story
The NewZealand StoryRescue kiwi friends in a whimsical platform adventure
Overview
Description

Devan Shell, the ruthless leader of the turtle terrorists, has kidnapped the beloved rabbit princess Eva Earlong and threatens the galaxy with his looting goons. As the lone heroic rabbit, you must traverse alien worlds, defeat quirky enemies, and stop the turtle domination plot. The game blends classic side‑scrolling platform action with frantic shooting, delivering humor‑filled sci‑fi adventure that defined 90s PC gaming.

Tiki, a sneaker‑wearing kiwi, embarks on a daring quest to save his lover Phee Phee and his chick companions from a menacing blue leopard seal. Navigate scrolling, maze‑like levels, freeing trapped kiwis from cages as you progress through vibrant, fantasy‑styled stages. The game blends classic shooter mechanics with platforming challenges, offering both single‑player and multiplayer modes for nostalgic arcade fun. Its charming art and quirky characters make it a timeless title for fans of retro action games.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Platformers
Best for
Fans of retro platform shooters
Arcade and retro game fans
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Epic Games
Taito
publisher
Epic Games
Taito, Sharp, Ving Co., Ltd.
age rating
ESRB E
CERO A
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
87/100
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General
release date
1994-07-03
1988-08-01
msrp
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$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Fast, responsive controls
  • Distinctive humor and sci‑fi setting
  • Rich level variety with secrets
  • Memorable pixel‑art graphics
  • Charming characters and story
  • Engaging mix of shooting and platforming
  • Co‑op multiplayer adds replay value
  • Bright, whimsical art style
Cons
  • No modern multiplayer options
  • Limited checkpoint system can be unforgiving
  • Audio quality feels dated by today’s standards
  • Limited level variety by modern standards
  • Controls can feel stiff on some platforms
  • Difficulty spikes in later stages
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