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ThunderCats
ThunderCats DS.jpg
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Developer(s) Aspect Co.
Publisher(s) Bandai Namco Games
Platform(s) Nintendo DS
Release date(s)
Genre(s) Platform
Mode(s) Single-player

ThunderCats is an exciting platform game made for the Nintendo DS handheld console. It was created by a company called Aspect and released by Bandai Namco Games. This game is based on the popular ThunderCats animated TV show from 2011. It first came out in North America in October 2012 and then in Europe in November 2012. This ThunderCats game was the first one released in the series since ThunderCats: The Lost Eye of Thundera came out way back in 1987.

Playing the ThunderCats Game

What is a Platform Game?

ThunderCats is a 2D platform game. In these types of games, you usually jump between platforms. You also avoid obstacles and defeat enemies. It's all about moving your character through different levels.

Who Do You Play As?

In the ThunderCats game, you get to control Lion-O. He is the brave leader of the ThunderCats team. Lion-O uses his special weapon, the Sword of Omens, to fight bad guys.

How Lion-O Fights and Moves

As you play, you will guide Lion-O through many levels. Your goal is to defeat enemies and battle big bosses. Lion-O has several cool moves:

  • He can slide along the ground.
  • He can perform a double-jump to reach higher places.
  • He can do a powerful downward stab attack.
  • When his power bar is full, he can shoot a beam of light. This beam comes from the Eye of Thundera, which is in his sword's handle.

Calling on Your Friends

Lion-O doesn't have to fight alone! As you play and unlock them, you can call on other ThunderCats to help you. They will briefly assist Lion-O in battle. These helpful teammates include:

  • Panthro
  • Cheetara
  • Tygra
  • WilyKit and WilyKat

Story in the Game

Between the different levels, you will see still images. These pictures are taken directly from the 2011 ThunderCats animated series. They help tell the story of the game as you play.

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