Captain Planet and the Planeteers (video game)
Three platforms, three distinct takes on environmental action.
Released in 1991, the Captain Planet and the Planeteers video game draws loosely from the environmental cartoon. To match different hardware, three distinct versions were created, each featuring its own style of play.
Quick Facts
- Developer
- Chris Gray Enterprises; NovaLogic (Genesis)
- Publisher
- Mindscape; Sega (Genesis)
- Composer
- Peter Stone
- Nick Eastridge (NES); Antony Crowther
- Ben Daglish (Amiga/ST)
- Genre
- 2D action platformer
- Modes
- Single-player
- Platforms
- NES
- Amiga
- Atari ST
- Amstrad CPC
- ZX Spectrum
- Mega Drive
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Reception
Crash rated the game 88 out of 100. Amiga Fun gave the Amiga version a 79%, calling it reasonably playable but criticizing the sound and graphics. Sega Pro rated the Genesis version 59 out of 100, describing it as dull and repetitive. Sega Force Mega gave it an average 45, calling it a lifeless platform game. Game Players rated the NES version 4 (below average) but praised its graphics. VideoGames & Computer Entertainment gave it an unfavourable review, disliking the controls and its primitive gameplay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who published Captain Planet and the Planeteers (video game)?
Captain Planet and the Planeteers was published by Mindscape and Sega (Genesis).
What platforms is Captain Planet and the Planeteers (video game) available on?
Captain Planet and the Planeteers was released for NES, Amiga, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, ZX Spectrum and Mega Drive.
Who composed the music for Captain Planet and the Planeteers (video game)?
The music for Captain Planet and the Planeteers was composed by Peter Stone, Nick Eastridge (NES) and Antony Crowther, Ben Daglish (Amiga/ST).
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