Ottifants, The (Europe)
Ottifants, The (Europe) on Genesis
The Ottifants is a 2D platformer that hit the Sega Genesis, Master System, and Game Gear in 1993, but only in Europe and Brazil. It's based on the comic strip character created by German comedian Otto Waalkes, which gives it a distinct European flavor. The developer isn't widely documented, but the game was published for Sega's consoles during the 16-bit era.
You control one of the Ottifants characters through side-scrolling levels, jumping over pits, climbing ledges, and defeating enemies by jumping on them or using obstacles. The core loop involves moving from left to right, collecting fruit and other items for points, and reaching a flag or door at the end of each stage. There are multiple worlds with increasing difficulty, and occasional boss fights that require pattern recognition.
For fans of early 90s platformers, The Ottifants is a decent but unremarkable entry in the genre. It's worth a look if you're curious about rare European releases or the Otto Waalkes franchise, but don't expect anything revolutionary. The graphics are bright and cartoonish, matching the comic's style, and the gameplay is solid but straightforward. It's a nice curiosity for collectors and retro enthusiasts.
How to Play Ottifants, The (Europe) Online
When you start the game, press Enter to get past the title screen. You'll see a menu to choose a save file or start a new game - use the D-Pad to highlight and press X to confirm. The game is in English, so no language barrier here.
The core gameplay is classic platforming: move right, jump over gaps and enemies, and collect fruit for points. You can attack by pressing S (B button) to stomp on enemies or use a short-range attack. Each level ends with a flag or door; once you touch it, you progress to the next stage. Keep an eye out for hidden areas and power-ups that grant temporary invincibility or extra speed.
A few tips for new players: take your time to learn enemy patterns - some move erratically. The game saves progress automatically after completing a level, but only if you've selected a save file at the start. If you run out of lives, you'll need to continue from the last saved point. The difficulty ramps up steadily, so patience and memorization help.
Ottifants, The (Europe) Keyboard Controls
Controls
- Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
- X: A button
- S: B button
- Z: C button
- A: X button (6-button pad)
- Q: Y button (6-button pad)
- E: Z button (6-button pad)
- Enter: Start / Mode
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