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"Save the baby trolls!"

~ Introduction ~

A fun platform game from Flair Software, Trolls features great graphics, smooth-as-silk animations, and very good level design that characterizes all Flair releases. You control a Troll of the title, who's not the ugly lumber monster from AD&D realm, but a cute gnome-like mischievous creature. Your mission is to collect baby Trolls from the levels, which can be completed in any order.

~ Game Play ~ 7/10

You dispose of the enemies in true Super Mario style: by jumping on them, although some are so tough that the only way to remain alive is to avoid them. One of the game's attractions is the wide variety of power-ups and points, the most common being balloons, which burst upon impact to reveal useful items. Although you don't need to collect every baby Troll to continue to the next land, you will need some to progress. You can also defeat the enemies by shooting with your jojo.

~ Story ~ 6/10

I don't think there is a real story behind this, the only thing you have to do is collect the baby trolls, the more levels you beat the more baby trolls you need to rescue.

~ Graphics and Music ~ 8/10

The graphics look ok, but the amiga version is a little bit better at this. On the other hand the worlds are very detailed and colorful. Most kids will like this game because the colors and music is nice.

~ Play Time & Replay Value ~ 8/10

There are a lot levels on different floors, like you must beat one to activate the elevator to go to the next floor, sometimes you'll need to swim (that is hard level! because you're air is limited). You can replay the game if you want, I liked it but I never replayed the whole game.

~ Overall ~ 8/10

The vibrant graphics are excellent, with so much detail and colorful backdrops that replaying the same level is a pleasure rather than a nuisance. Each level is huge, with many hidden platforms and bonuses to discover. Reflexes, as well as a keen eye (to watch out for those dangerous cliff drops) are needed to keep up with the action. With spotless animations, varied levels, and solid play controls, Trolls is a must have for fans of platform games. Highly recommended, and be sure to check out Flair's Oscar, another great platform release based on the improved engine.

Rent or Buy - Get the PC version, that's the best of these 4 versions of the game.


Reviewer's Score: 8/10 | Originally Posted: 07/18/04