Play Ice Age 2 - The Meltdown (e)(rising Sun) Online

I picked up Ice Age 2: The Meltdown for the Game Boy Advance back in 2006, a time when licensed platformers were a staple on the handheld. It was published by Vivendi Universal Games, and it follows the movie's story as the valley begins to flood. You control the three main characters, Sid, Manny, and Diego, switching between them to use their unique abilities. Sid can double jump and fit into small spaces, Manny breaks certain walls, and Diego climbs specific surfaces.

The main goal is to guide the herd to the boat at the end of the valley, navigating through a series of side scrolling levels. You run, jump, and use each character's special move to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies like dodos and mini sloths. The game is structured around collecting acorns scattered throughout the stages; finding them all unlocks bonus content. The pacing is generally straightforward, though some acorn placements require careful exploration. It feels like a simple, competent adaptation that captures the movie's tone without demanding too much from the player.