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The Lion King is a platform game released in 1994 for MS-DOS, based on the Disney animated film of the same name. Developed by Westwood Studios and published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment, the game presents its story from a side view perspective. It follows the narrative of the film, with players controlling the character Simba through various stages that correspond to events from the movie.

Players guide Simba through a series of levels, beginning with him as a young cub and later continuing his journey as an adult lion. The primary objectives involve navigating platform environments, avoiding hazards, and confronting enemies. Gameplay mechanics evolve as Simba ages; the young cub can defeat foes like lizards by jumping on them and can use a roar to intimidate certain creatures, though this ability is governed by a recharge meter. As an adult, Simba retains the ability to roar and jump but gains a claw attack for combat, with the added option to grab and throw enemies under specific conditions. Progression is linear, moving from one level to the next without an in-game save function, requiring the game to be completed in a single session or restarted from the beginning upon failure.

The structure of the game is divided into distinct stages, each designed to reflect a segment of the film's plot. This includes exploration across the savannah and other themed environments, with an emphasis on precise jumping and timing to overcome obstacles. The challenge is derived from navigating these platforming sequences and managing combat encounters using the available abilities for each of Simba's life stages.