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Game dossier

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

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A prehistoric 3D platform adventure featuring Manny, Sid, Diego, Scrat, and friends.

The briefing

About this game

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs is a lighthearted 3D platform game based on the computer-animated movie. Players guide Manny, Sid, Diego, Scrat, and other prehistoric characters through more than 15 levels set in a tropical world beneath the ice.

Each character has distinct moves to master while exploring caves, riding a pterodactyl, avoiding a rampaging Tyrannosaurus rex, and running atop a ball of ice. Helpful tips are available from Ellie, Crash, and Eddie during challenging sequences.

Game Features

  • Single-player campaign across more than 15 levels
  • Multiple playable prehistoric protagonists
  • Platforming challenges and character-specific abilities
  • Competitive mini-games for up to four players

Release date: June 30, 2009

Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Wii, and Xbox 360

Genre: Action, Platform

Developer: Activision, Eurocom
Publisher: Activision