Another World

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Action-Adventure / Platformer

Another World

Certified classic

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1994 (originally 1991)
GenreAction-Adventure, Platformer
DeveloperÉric Chahi
PublisherInterplay Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 9

Developed by Éric Chahi and published by Interplay Entertainment, Another World arrived on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994 as an action-adventure game. This 3DO release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.

It came out in the 3DO's second year on the market. Other notable 3DO releases from 1994 include The Need for Speed, Gex and Way of the Warrior.

Another World is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you want to experience one of the 3DO's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a game you can finish in one short session
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Another World is like

Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.

Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.

Another World walkthroughs & guides

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Another World FAQ

When did Another World come out on the 3DO?

Another World was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994; the original game dates back to 1991.

Who made Another World?

It was developed by Éric Chahi and published by Interplay Entertainment.

Is Another World multiplayer?

No. Another World is a single-player game.

How long does Another World take to play?

As an action-adventure game, Another World typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Another World on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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