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Review of Goofy's Fun House on PlayStation

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Jul 2001
Cover image of Goofy's Fun House on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 15 Jul 2001
Genre: Platform
Developer: The Code Monkeys
Publisher: NewKidCo

Introduction

Step inside a delightful carnival of chaos known as Goofy's Fun House, where the zany adventures of Disney's own Goofy are both a visual feast and a test of patience. Sure, it's colorful and quirky, but what's the plot? Wait, is there even a plot? Don't worry; we'll get into the sitcom-level character arcs and plot twists that this delightful yet chaotic platformer has succumbed to.

Gameplay

Navigating through Goofy's house is no walk in the park-unless the park also has rogue lawn mowers and killer vacuum cleaners. You play as Goofy, and your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find 60 misplaced film canisters scattered throughout a mansion that seems to have been designed by Tim Burton on a sugar rush. Each of the 15 rooms is brimming with interactive objects that could either help you or launch a full-on assault against our clumsy hero. Ever wanted to be chased by an angry blender? Yeah, this game makes that dream come true. Collecting items allows you to unlock paintings in Goofy's rec room, leading to mini-games inspired by classic Goofy cartoons. It's like an Easter egg hunt for animations that you never knew you wanted, but let's be real; they're the real reason you're still trudging through these rooms. Finish these mini-games to earn specific cartoons, because what's a house party without a little entertainment on the side?

Graphics

Visually speaking, Goofy's Fun House is akin to a box of crayons that spilled on a hot sidewalk-bright, attractive, and slightly chaotic. Each room is adorned with hand-drawn details that scream, 'Look at me! I'm whimsical!' While the graphics won't leave you breathless, the nostalgia factor might just give you a warm fuzzy feeling deep in your chest. The animations are fluid, albeit slightly goofy (pun intended). Yet, the enemies-like the infamous washing machine-truly shine in their slapstick glory. Watching them zoom around and pummel Goofy provides a guilty chuckle, as you start to feel more sympathy for Goofy than ever.

Conclusion

Goofy's Fun House might be a delightful romp through a twisted version of the Disney universe, but it's by no means a perfect experience. The game boasts charm and a sense of humor that's typically associated with Goofy himself-but whether that can hold your attention through its myriad of clumsy platforming escapades is up for debate. If you can forgive some dated mechanics and truly enjoy the spirit of exploration and a good dose of nostalgia, you're in for a reasonably good time. Just be prepared to dodge some rogue household appliances along the way. Goofy may be clumsy, but so are we all, really-a little slapstick never hurt anyone! So grab your controller, dust off those film canisters, and step into Goofy's universe. It's not exactly a masterpiece; it's a pleasant distraction. And sometimes, that's all you really need.

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