Ecco the Dolphin (1992)

Developer: Novotrade
Publisher: Tec Toy, Sega
Platforms: Linux, Wii, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox 360, Sega CD
Genres: Adventure
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 87 player ratings
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A solitary dolphin traverses a vast ocean mystery in this atmospheric and haunting underwater adventure.

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About

Life was an adventure for Ecco, the young dolphin. The ocean seemed endless with rolling breakers to race through! At high speed Ecco could burst through the waves leaping through the air – almost flying! Until one day, all of that changed. A freak whirlpool of air and water tore the life from Ecco’s home leaving Ecco all alone. Now he must fight to stay alive, while traversing the vast ocean in search of clues that will help him save his family and return them to the bay.

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