Oddworld Adventures II (Europe) (GBC)

Oddworld Adventures II is an engaging action-puzzle adventure game for the Game Boy Color, based on the storyline of Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus. In this game, players take on the role of Abe, a humble Mudokon, with the noble mission of rescuing thousands of his brethren enslaved by the greedy Glukkons at RuptureFarms.

The gameplay of Oddworld Adventures II focuses on navigating meticulously designed levels filled with deadly traps, aggressive enemies, and challenging puzzles. Abe possesses nimble movement abilities, including running, jumping, climbing, and hiding in shadows to avoid detection. A unique and core aspect of the game is the "GameSpeak" system, which allows Abe to communicate with other Mudokons. By using GameSpeak, players can command Mudokons to follow, stay, or even utilize them to activate switches, distract enemies, or solve specific puzzles.

Players will encounter various types of enemies such as Sligs (armed guards), Scrabs (ferocious beasts), and Paramites (giant spiders), each with their own behaviors and weaknesses. Abe can use items found along the way, like grenades or bread, to attack or disorient opponents. Another powerful ability Abe possesses is mind control, allowing him to possess enemies to control them, overcome obstacles, or even eliminate their comrades.

The primary goal in each level is to guide trapped Mudokons to escape portals. This often requires players to solve complex environmental puzzles, such as activating switches, disabling lasers, or unlocking doors by finding specific Mudokons. The game is known for its high difficulty and demands that players think carefully and plan each move. Each death is often a lesson to find the correct approach, making Oddworld Adventures II a thrilling and rewarding challenge.