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Shell City is plunged into a state of emergency after coming under attack from the devastating forces of PHANTOM. As the National Army struggle to contain the terrifying war machines, they call upon the only thing that stands between Shell City’s obliteration and its salvation; the peanut chompin’, villain stompin’, TEMBO THE BADASS...
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is a adventure, action and platformer game
developed by GAME FREAK inc.
and published by SEGA.
Released on July 21st 2015 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, French, Italian, German and Spanish - Spain.
It has received 566 reviews of which 423 were positive and 143 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 12.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on Eneba.
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- OS *: Win Vista or above
- Processor: Core 2 Duo ~2GHz or higher (or equivalent)
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Graphics Card NVIDIA GTS 240 or higher (or equivalent)
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 998 MB available space
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Tembo the Badass Elephant, developed by Game Freak Inc. and published by SEGA, is an energetic side-scrolling platformer that bursts with cartoonish charm and unapologetic chaos. It places players in the role of Tembo, a mighty war elephant called upon to defend Shell City from the invading Phantom Army. From the moment the game begins, it establishes a tone that is both playful and heroic, presenting a character who combines the brute strength of a tank with the heart of a true protector. The game draws heavily from the spirit of 16-bit classics, evoking memories of Sonic the Hedgehog, Donkey Kong Country, and Metal Slug while wrapping its action in vivid comic book aesthetics and explosive set pieces. Game Freak’s foray into a non-Pokémon action platformer is ambitious, showing their ability to create something dynamic, colorful, and distinctly different from their traditional fare. The gameplay centers on fluid movement and destruction. Tembo can dash through walls, crush enemies beneath his feet, and spray water from his trunk to extinguish flames or power machinery. These mechanics are tied together by an emphasis on momentum—levels reward players for maintaining speed and rhythm, chaining attacks, and keeping the flow going. The sense of weight is palpable; Tembo feels heavy, yet surprisingly agile, capable of charging across the screen or performing acrobatic bounces between enemies. Each level feels like a playground of mayhem where Tembo’s massive size becomes both a weapon and a puzzle-solving tool. The destruction mechanics are especially satisfying, as nearly everything in the environment can be smashed or toppled, resulting in a gratifying feedback loop of chaos and progress. Visually, the game is a delight. It adopts a hand-drawn comic book style filled with bright colors, bold outlines, and expressive details that pop with energy. The presentation is enhanced by dynamic panels and exaggerated sound effects that mimic the pages of an action comic—“BOOM,” “CRASH,” and “SMASH” accompany every collision. The urban and jungle-themed stages are beautifully layered, filled with small animated flourishes that make the world feel alive. Tembo himself is brimming with personality; his facial expressions, trumpet calls, and heroic poses reinforce the game’s tongue-in-cheek humor. The soundtrack complements this aesthetic perfectly, with upbeat military-style tunes and percussive rhythms that fuel the game’s constant sense of motion and urgency. The structure of the game follows a clear progression through a series of themed zones, each ending in a boss battle that tests the player’s mastery of Tembo’s abilities. These boss encounters are well designed, requiring clever use of the elephant’s moveset—charging to break armor, spraying water to disable flames, and executing aerial smashes to strike weak points. The levels themselves mix straightforward platforming with secret-laden exploration, encouraging players to destroy everything and rescue civilians hidden throughout. This adds replay value, as completionists will find themselves returning to earlier stages to collect missing items and increase their score. However, the game also introduces a somewhat divisive mechanic: certain later levels are locked behind a requirement to defeat a specific number of enemies or achieve particular milestones. This design choice can interrupt the pacing and force players into repetitive replay sessions, creating artificial length rather than organic challenge. While the game’s controls are generally smooth and intuitive, the heavier physics occasionally make precision jumps and timing-based sequences more demanding than expected. Tembo’s momentum is thrilling when charging forward, but it can also make stopping or adjusting mid-air slightly clumsy. The difficulty curve ramps up sharply in the later sections, introducing traps, auto-scrolling sequences, and tighter enemy placements that demand careful control of the elephant’s weight and speed. Some players might find the checkpoint placement harsh, as dying near the end of a long level often means repeating large portions of it. Yet despite these frustrations, the core action remains enjoyable, and each successful run feels genuinely earned. Tembo the Badass Elephant ultimately succeeds because it embraces its absurd premise wholeheartedly. It never tries to be subtle or serious—it is a loud, colorful celebration of cartoon action where an elephant takes on tanks, planes, and robots with nothing but grit, muscle, and a patriotic bandana. The humor is self-aware but not overbearing, and the tone strikes a balance between parody and homage. Even when the game shows its limitations—its relatively short length, occasional repetition, or demanding unlock structure—it still feels crafted with enthusiasm and respect for the platforming genre. Game Freak’s craftsmanship is evident in the smooth animation, clever level layout, and polished presentation that keep the experience consistently engaging from start to finish. In the end, Tembo the Badass Elephant stands as a joyful, high-energy platformer that prioritizes fun and spectacle over innovation. It may not redefine the genre, but it captures the essence of why classic action games endure: tight controls, strong personality, and a satisfying rhythm of challenge and reward. It’s a game that invites players to embrace their inner powerhouse, charging through enemies and obstacles with unrelenting force, all while grinning at the over-the-top antics unfolding on screen. Though it leaves players wishing there were more levels and deeper mechanics, its short but explosive campaign offers enough thrills to make the journey memorable. Tembo’s adventure is one of pure, unfiltered action—an elephantine burst of joy and destruction that proves Game Freak’s talents extend well beyond their usual domain. Rating: 7/10
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Fun game by the original Pokemon developers! That Peanut Butter jar achievement is the only annoying grind.
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Better that modern mainline Pokémon games. Also here's funny thing: game crashed one when in settings I accidentally picked default settings. Thankfully, game still launched with default setting, but I had to set back all the changes I made
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I feel bad for not playing this game more. It's honestly a really fun game, and while I don't feel drawing to play this game, whenever I do give this game a go, it has me smiling like a clown. The gameplay is fast paced and satisfying, the puzzles aren't too cryptic, and for pete's sake! It stars a fricken elephant! That, alone, is an automatic thumbs up from me. Even then, I do think it's a pretty underrated game in its own right, being both quirky and charming, but having fun, fast paced and fluid gameplay to back it up.
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Lowkey the only reason I bought it was because the name was insane and it was made by GameFreak. This game has some badass elements, but overall it's just kinda alright.
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TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is currently priced at 12.99€ on Steam.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 12.99€ on Steam.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT received 423 positive votes out of a total of 566 achieving a rating of 7.11.
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TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT was developed by GAME FREAK inc. and published by SEGA.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is playable and fully supported on Windows.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is not playable on MacOS.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is not playable on Linux.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is a single-player game.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT does not currently offer any DLC.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT does not support Steam Remote Play.
TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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GAME FREAK inc.
Publisher
SEGA
Release
21 Jul 2015
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