The Flintstones (1994 Ocean Software video game)

The Flintstones is a platforming video game developed by Twilight Games and published by Ocean Software in 1994. The game is based on the popular animated sitcom of the same name, The Flintstones. It was released on multiple platforms, including the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) and the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis.

The game's plot typically involves a scenario where Pebbles, Fred and Wilma Flintstone's daughter, goes missing or is otherwise imperiled, and Fred must embark on a quest through Bedrock and surrounding areas to rescue her. The gameplay generally consists of side-scrolling platforming levels where the player controls Fred Flintstone, navigating obstacles, defeating enemies (often dinosaurs or prehistoric creatures), and collecting items.

Gameplay mechanics usually include jumping, running, and using Fred's signature club as a weapon to attack enemies or break obstacles. The game often features elements inspired by the cartoon, such as bowling sequences and interactions with other characters from the Flintstones universe, like Barney Rubble. Different versions of the game, depending on the platform, may have unique level designs, power-ups, and bosses.

The SNES version typically involved Fred searching for Pebbles after she is kidnapped by a babysitter. The Mega Drive/Genesis version often presented a similar rescue plotline.

The game received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its faithfulness to the cartoon series and its colorful graphics, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and difficulty.