Developed by Apogee Software in 1992, Cosmo’s Cosmic Adventure: Forbidden Planet 2 is a classic DOS platformer where you guide a young alien boy through hazardous environments in search of his missing parents. The game stands out from other action titles of its era by equipping Cosmo with a unique ability: suction-cup hands that let him scale vertical surfaces and explore sprawling, non-linear levels.
How to play
Your objective is to navigate Cosmo to the exit of each stage while avoiding hazards, collecting stars, and defeating enemies to reach the end of the episode. Use the Arrow Keys to move, press Ctrl to jump, and press Alt to drop bombs. To climb a wall, simply jump toward it; Cosmo will automatically cling to the surface, allowing you to scale it or jump off to reach higher platforms.
Tips
- Master the wall jump: Many secrets and alternate paths are hidden high above. Jump against a wall to stick, then quickly jump away and steer back to climb further up smooth vertical shafts.
- Conserve your bombs: While you can defeat most enemies by jumping on them, bombs are essential for destroying tougher foes and clearing obstacles. Save them for when you really need them.
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