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Cover art of An American Tail: Fievel's Gold Rush
Platform
Game Boy Advance
Genres
Action
Player Perspective
Third person
Developers
Hokus-Pokus
Publishers
Crave Entertainment · Conspiracy Entertainment
Release date
March 1, 2002

Summary

Playing An American Tail: Fievel's Gold Rush on the Game Boy Advance feels like stepping into the animated world that grew up with me. The game drops Fievel Mousekewitz into 18 side‑scrolling levels across six distinct worlds, from the bustling streets of New York City to the dusty canyons of Gold Dust Gulch. I love how the simple controls let me swing on ropes, fling my ten‑gallon hat as a weapon, hop onto riverboats, and even jump onto moving trains—all while piecing together Cat Malone’s treasure map. The graphics stay true to the cartoon’s bright palette, and the fluid animation never stutters, even when enemies crowd the screen. The soundtrack, though limited in variety, perfectly captures the adventurous spirit of the series, making each level feel like a short, nostalgic road trip for younger fans.

Storyline

In the Game Boy Advance side‑scroller An American Tail: Fievel's Gold Rush, often shortened to Fievel's Gold Rush, you take control of the plucky mouse hero Fievel Mousekewitz. The game sends him on a westward trek across 18 distinct levels that are grouped into six themed worlds. Two of the most memorable settings are the bustling streets of New York City and the dusty frontier town of Gold Dust Gulch.

While exploring each area, Fievel must collect fragments of Cat Malone’s treasure map, rescue family members and friends who have been kidnapped, and ultimately uncover the hidden gold. The blend of platforming challenges and map‑piecing gives the title a clear, adventure‑driven purpose that mirrors the classic film’s spirit.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Multiplayer

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Single