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Game Boy Advance · Platformer / Adventure
Ice Age 2: The Meltdown
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2006 |
| Genre | Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | Amaze Entertainment |
| Publisher | Sierra |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ice Age |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Ice Age 2: The Meltdown is a platformer released in 2006 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Amaze Entertainment and published by Sierra. It blends platformer and adventure elements.
It landed about 5 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2006 include Mother 3, Rhythm Tengoku and Drill Dozer.
It is part of the Ice Age series; on the GBA you can also try Ice Age. Amaze Entertainment also made The Sims 2, Lego Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy and The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night for the GBA.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ice Age 2: The Meltdown is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Ice Age 2: The Meltdown walkthroughs & guides
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Ice Age 2: The Meltdown FAQ
When did Ice Age 2: The Meltdown come out on the GBA?
Ice Age 2: The Meltdown was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2006.
Who made Ice Age 2: The Meltdown?
It was developed by Amaze Entertainment and published by Sierra.
Is Ice Age 2: The Meltdown multiplayer?
No. Ice Age 2: The Meltdown is a single-player game.
How long does Ice Age 2: The Meltdown take to play?
As a platformer, Ice Age 2: The Meltdown typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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