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Review of Donald Duck: Goin' Quackers on PlayStation

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Nov 2000
Cover image of Donald Duck: Goin' Quackers on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 6.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 19 Nov 2000
Genre: Platform
Developer: Ubi Soft Shanghai
Publisher: Ubi Soft

Introduction

In a world where ducks have more drama than a soap opera, *Donald Duck: Goin' Quackers* waddles onto the PlayStation in an adventure full of platforming fun, dapper feathers, and featherbrained foes. With Ubi Soft at the helm, you can expect a mix of nostalgia and charm wrapped in a crispy, cartoonish package.

Gameplay

This game essentially follows the formula of *Crash Bandicoot* – yes, Donald’s world is nothing short of a 3D platforming romp! Players will trod through 24 levels spread across four warp rooms themed around locations like Duckie Mountain and Magica DeSpell's Manor. The gameplay requires you to hop, dodge, and fling Donald into various enemies (who clearly don’t know they’re in a video game) at the end of each stage to face off against bosses who are just as clueless about their impending doom. There’s even a nifty time challenge feature that encourages you to master each level’s quirks while dodging environmental hazards that would likely give a normal duck a heart attack. And if you can outrun a bear, a ghost hand, or the Beagle Boys in the quirky bonus levels, you’ve achieved some semblance of heroism. It’s like *Duck Tales* but without Scrooge and way more of Donald’s bad luck!

Graphics

Visually, *Goin' Quackers* presents a colorful, bright world that feels pulled straight from a Saturday morning cartoon. The graphics are charming, although not groundbreaking – think Disney stylings with just enough polish to prevent it from turning into a duck pond of pixelated nightmares. One can’t help but appreciate the fluidity of animations that reflect Donald’s, ah, unique emotional states. From hopping mad to confused and deranged, they capture the essence of our favorite duck perfectly.

Conclusion

Overall, *Donald Duck: Goin' Quackers* is a fine addition to the genre of licensed platformers, well-suited for younger gamers or those looking for nostalgic fun. Its low difficulty and charming aesthetics are perfect for casual gaming sessions. If you're expecting a titanic adventure akin to *Dark Souls*, you might want to adjust your expectations. But if you just want to dash around as a frustrated fowl flinging temper tantrums, you’re in for a quack-tastic good time. In conclusion, while it may not win any awards for complexity, it likely finds a cozy home in the hearts of Disney fans and platforming enthusiasts alike. Grab your controller, don’t forget to remind Donald not to lose his temper, and dive into this delightful ducky adventure!

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