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Some fools have happened upon an ancient Inca mummy and a curse that reads something like "Don't touch this Mummy or you're going to end up dead". So of course, they nick the poor little shrivelled Peruvian. Now, lo and behold, everyone's started feeling a bit under the weather, so our man Tintin and his snowy little dog have got to run around France like a couple of Muppets uncovering the secrets of the Sun Temple.

This is a quality game, it has to be said. The standard of the graphics and the sound are an example for all game designers. On the other hand, it's quite straightforward too. You begin by wondering round the museum, dodging very slow bullets and killing yourself on totally unavoidable spikes, before taking to the open road in a speedy driving level. There are a few surprises of game style ahead, and it's a real challenge, even on the easy setting.

However, returning to the start all the time gets annoying, and there are no further options after completing the game. You'd have to be a die-hard Tintin fanatic to shell out your hard-earned Francs for this game.

Graphics 100%
Excellent Tintin renders.

Sound 100%
Jaunty little tunes.

Playability 80%
Awkward controls, but original.

Lastability 60%
An awfully small adventure.

Overall 80%
Quality compact Tintin adventure.