GEX Trilogy

GEX Trilogy is a compilation of three remastered GEX games, platformers developed by Crystal Dynamics between 1995-1999. It includes GEX, GEX 3D: Enter the Gecko and GEX 3: Deep Cover Gecko, remastered by Limited Run Games with help from Square Enix, the owners of the franchise.

Plot

The main protagonist of GEX Trilogy is Gex, an anthropomorphic TV-addicted gecko. One day, the villainous Rez drags him into the Media Dimension through his TV, intending to use him as the network's mascot. To escape, he must find TV remotes and destroy TV sets blocking his way.

GEX 3D: Enter the Gecko is set two years after the first game. This time, Gex starts working alongside government operatives to, once again, defeat Rez. Convinced by a promised monetary reward, the gecko once again enters the Media Dimension.

In GEX 3: Deep Cover Gecko, the hero sets off to rescue his beloved - Agent Xtra - from the clutches of still yet living Rez. To save her, he must once again enter the Media Dimension.

Mechanics

GEX Trilogy is made up of platformers starring the titular gecko. The first game is a side-scroller, having us traverse levels, avoid traps and obstacles, dispatch enemies and bosses, and collect TV remotes which unlock subsequent stages. Gex can run, jump, cling to walls and ceilings. His primary weapon is his tail. Over time, players unlock upgrades which increase his capabilities and expand his moveset.

GEX 3D: Enter the Gecko transitions to the third-person perspective, though the gameplay remains similar to the first installment. While exploring colorful, diverse locations, players jump on platforms, avoid traps, kill enemies and bosses. Along the way we gather power-ups which can temporarily increase our combat capabilities. We still must search for remotes to unlock stages; there are also bonus levels, which parody various works of pop culture.

GEX 3: Deep Cover Gecko works similarly to the second game. This time Gex can also drive vehicles, ranging from tanks, through camels to snowboards, swim and glide. His moveset was also expanded, letting him spit fire and ice.

Technical aspects

GEX Trilogy runs on the Carbon Engine, developed with remasters in mind. The game makes use of a colorful, cartoonish artstyle.

Last updated on 18 July 2023