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Madagascar

Platform: Game Boy Advance, Windows, PlayStation

Madagascar is a fun, family-friendly action-adventure game based on the hit DreamWorks animated film. Play as your favorite zoo animals—Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria—as you break free from New York and explore the wilds of Madagascar in this lively 3D platformer.

Year 2005
Genre Action
Rating star star star star star_border
Publisher Beenox
Developer Activision
OS Supported Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows ME
Updated 23 Apr 2025

Game Review

Based on the blockbuster animated movie by DreamWorks, Madagascar brings the charm, comedy, and adventure of the film to life in a colorful and engaging 3D action-platformer. Developed by Beenox and published by Activision, the PC version lets players relive the story of four Central Park Zoo animals—Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe, and Gloria the hippo—as they escape captivity and find themselves stranded in the jungles of Madagascar.

The game blends exploration, platforming, puzzle-solving, and mini-games across a series of story-driven levels. Each character has unique abilities: Alex can roar and claw through enemies, Marty can jump and sneak, Gloria uses her strength to smash through obstacles, and Melman can glide and heal. You'll need to switch between them to solve environmental challenges and overcome enemies.

With its colorful visuals, movie-like humor, and familiar characters, Madagascar is a perfect pick for younger gamers and fans of the film. The PC version supports older Windows operating systems like Windows 98, ME, 2000, and XP, and may require compatibility tweaks for newer systems.

Whether you're dodging animal control in the city or helping penguins hijack a ship, Madagascar captures the playful spirit of the film in an interactive format the whole family can enjoy.