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Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Ice Age: Dawn of the DinosaursJoin Manny, Sid, and friends in a vibrant 3D platform adventure beneath the ice.
The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer
The Incredibles: Rise of the UnderminerTeam up as Mr. Incredible and Frozone to stop the Underminer’s underground menace.
Overview
Description

Based on the beloved computer‑animated movie, this 3D platformer lets you control multiple prehistoric heroes across more than 15 lighthearted levels. Explore lush jungles, ride a pterodactyl, and dodge a rampaging T‑rex while mastering each character's unique moves. Beyond the single‑player campaign, the game offers eight competitive mini‑games supporting up to four players in split‑screen mode, with helpful tips from Ellie, Crash, and Eddie to keep the fun rolling.

Continue the adventure after the first Pixar film as Mr. Incredible and Frozone chase the villainous Underminer through treacherous underground tunnels. The game splits the action between the heroes below ground and the rest of the Incredible family handling surface threats, expanding the movie’s universe with parallel storylines. Play solo or with a friend in split‑screen mode, swapping between characters whose powers grow as the campaign progresses. Platforming challenges, combat encounters, and puzzle elements keep the experience fresh across PC, Mac, and PlayStation 2.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Families and casual gamers
Fans of family-friendly action games
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$19.99−67%
release date
2009-06-30
2005-10-24
Specifications
developer
Eurocom Entertainment Software
Heavy Iron Studios
publisher
Activision
THQ
age rating
ESRB E10+
ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Single player, Split screen
critic score
100/100+67%
60/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Varied playable characters with unique abilities
  • Rich, colorful environments and dinosaur-themed levels
  • Robust local multiplayer with split‑screen mini‑games
  • Family‑friendly rating and humor
  • Engaging co‑op split‑screen mode
  • Distinct abilities for each hero
  • Varied level design between underground and surface
  • Family‑friendly storyline that expands the movie canon
Cons
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • Limited online features; only local multiplayer
  • Some platforming sections can feel repetitive
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Controls can feel clunky on the PS2 version
  • Limited replay value after completing the campaign
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Ice Age offers richer content, more characters and up to four-player split‑screen mini‑games at a premium price, while The Incredibles is a cheaper, two‑player co‑op title with modest replay value.

Key differences

  • •Number of playable characters: Ice Age has five distinct characters; The Incredibles only two main heroes.
  • •Multiplayer capacity: Ice Age supports up to four players with mini‑games; The Incredibles supports two players only.
  • •Price: Ice Age costs $59.99; The Incredibles costs $19.99.
  • •Critical reception: Ice Age received a 100/100 score; The Incredibles received 60/100.
  • •Platform list: The Incredibles explicitly supports PC, Mac, PS2; Ice Age platform details are not provided.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

Ice Age offers five characters, varied abilities, and eight competitive mini‑games, providing broader fun than the two‑hero co‑op.

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Platform availability

Ice Age platform info not specified; The Incredibles lists PC, Mac, PS2, so no clear advantage.

Tie

Price & value

The Incredibles costs $19.99 versus Ice Age's $59.99, delivering lower upfront cost.

The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer

Multiplayer / co‑op

Ice Age supports up to four players and split‑screen mini‑games; The Incredibles only two‑player split‑screen.

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Content & replayability

Ice Age has over 15 levels, multiple characters, and mini‑games; The Incredibles offers a single campaign with limited replay.

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Difficulty & accessibility

Both have ESRB E10+ rating and family‑friendly design; no specific difficulty data to differentiate.

Tie

Graphics & performance

Both are noted as having dated graphics; no quantitative performance data provided.

Tie

Choose Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs if…

Families wanting extensive local multiplayer and varied gameplay, willing to pay a higher price.

Choose The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer if…

Budget‑focused gamers who just need two‑player co‑op and basic platforming.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer costs $19.99; Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs costs $59.99.

How many players can play together locally?

Ice Age supports up to four players with split‑screen mini‑games; The Incredibles supports two players split‑screen.

Which title has better critical reception?

Ice Age received a critic score of 100/100, while The Incredibles received 60/100.