Play Over The Hedge - Hammy Goes Nuts (e)(rising Sun) Online

I picked up Over the Hedge: Hammy Goes Nuts for the Game Boy Advance back when it was new. It was a 2006 release from Activision, based on the animated movie, which put it right in the middle of the GBA's lifespan when licensed platformers were common. It's not a game that gets talked about much now, but it was a solid title for its time and audience.

You control Hammy the squirrel, and your goal is to recover stolen snacks from a group of junk food-loving vermin. The gameplay is straightforward platforming, moving screen by screen. You run, jump across gaps, and use a spin attack to defeat enemies like raccoons and rats. A key mechanic is collecting and using acorns; you can throw them to stun foes or hit switches. The levels are linear but have some hidden areas with extra snacks to find. The difficulty is manageable, never too punishing, which makes it good for a quick playthrough. It feels like a simple, cheerful game that captures the movie's energy without overcomplicating things.