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James Pond: Underwater Agent is a platformer game released for the Sega Mega Drive in 1990. Players control James Pond, a secret agent fish, on a mission to stop the evil Dr. Maybe from polluting the ocean. The main objective is to navigate various underwater levels filled with obstacles and enemies, rescuing trapped sea creatures along the way.
The game features a steady pace that balances exploration and action, requiring precise timing and strategic use of Pond’s unique abilities. A distinctive mechanic is James Pond’s ability to inflate like a balloon, allowing him to float upward or slow his descent, which adds an unusual twist to traditional platform gameplay.
This underwater theme combined with secret agent elements creates a unique setting in the platform genre. The game’s blend of aquatic environments and quirky character design makes James Pond: Underwater Agent a notable example of early 1990s platformers on the Sega Mega Drive.
