Small Soldiers (video game)

Small Soldiers
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Developer(s)	DreamWorks Interactive (Amblin Partners) Tiertex Design Studios (GB)
Publisher(s)	Electronic Arts THQ (GB)
Composer(s)	Michael Giacchino
Platform(s)	Game Boy, PlayStation, PC
Release date(s)	September 30, 1998
Genre(s)	Action, Adventure

Small Soldiers is a Game Boy and PlayStation action video game based on the film Small Soldiers.

Story

The game differs from the film in that the plot and theme were changed. The film is set in the real world, while the game is set in a fictional 'fantasy' world where the Commando Elite are trying to eliminate the Gorgonites and destroy their home. Most of the characters in the film are in the game, along with the addition of two new Gorgonites, Stench and Nibble. Players take the role of Archer, as he battles against the Commando Elite, led by Chip Hazard.

Archer is voiced by Gregg Berger. Tommy Lee Jones is the only actor who reprised his role as Chip Hazard.

Gameplay

Singleplayer

Players are equipped with a rapid-fire crossbow, which can receive new ammunition type, which has various accuracies and strengths. Players can also use turrets and battle-walkers. These are hard to be damaged and can deal serious damage on enemies. Players can also rescue fellow Gorgonites like Insaniac, who will attack nearby Commandos.

Multiplayer

In multiplayer mode players can play as either Archer, or as Chip. The gameplay is the same as singleplayer, only without allies and enemies. For Chip his default weapon is a rapid-fire pistol, which can also receive new ammo types.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack for the Small Soldiers video game was composed by Michael Giacchino.

Critical reception

According to GameSpot, the game received a score of 6.0/10 based on 4 reviews.