{"product_id":"skullmonkeys-ps1","title":"Skullmonkeys","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eSkullmonkeys for the PlayStation 1 is a 1998 2D platformer developed by The Neverhood, Inc. and published by Electronic Arts. It continues the clay-animated world of The Neverhood, sending players as Klaymen to confront Klogg and his Skullmonkeys. The core experience centers on classic side-scrolling jumping and obstacle navigation through a series of bite-size levels.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn terms of gameplay, players run and jump through side-scrolling stages, using a distinctive butt-bounce to defeat enemies and reach higher platforms. The action emphasizes precise timing, platform traversal, and navigating quirky level layouts. The visuals rely on clay-animated characters and environments, complemented by a variety of FMV sequences that enhance the quirky tone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGame modes are single-player, offering a focused, story-light platforming experience without multiplayer features.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis presentation aligns with the classic PS1-era approach to puzzle-platform action and squarely centers the player's skill and timing. Platform notes highlight the game’s signature clay-animation aesthetic and frequent FMV cutscenes, a hallmark of The Neverhood-inspired titles from that period. The title is widely recognized for its unique visual style and musical direction that stand out among late-90s platformers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWho it’s for: collectors and players who value distinctive visuals and offbeat humor in classic platformers. Fans of The Neverhood and other clay-animation titles will likely appreciate Skullmonkeys, as will retro gamers seeking a traditional jumping-and-running challenge from the PS1 era.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"GameNile","offers":[{"title":"Complete in Box","offer_id":50108547268841,"sku":"P1-00417-CIB","price":122.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case and Game","offer_id":51896579588329,"sku":"P1-00417-CG","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Game Only","offer_id":50108619391209,"sku":"P1-00417-GO","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/4565\/9625\/files\/IMG_8326_rp_scaled.webp?v=1789755879","url":"https:\/\/gamenile.com\/products\/skullmonkeys-ps1","provider":"GameNile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}