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I picked up Ab durch die Hecke on Game Boy Advance back in 2006, a time when handhelds were full of licensed games, and this one was developed by Vicarious Visions. It's based on the animated movie, Over the Hedge, and fits right in with the kind of colorful, accessible platformers that were common on the system. You don't get deep lore or complex stories here; it's straightforward, lighthearted fun meant for quick sessions.

You control RJ the raccoon, and sometimes you switch to other animals like Verne the turtle or Hammy the squirrel. The goal is to gather food from suburban backyards to feed the forest animals, all while avoiding humans, security systems, and pets. You move screen by screen, tipping over trash cans, collecting items, and using each character's special abilities, like RJ's sneaking or Hammy's super speed. The pacing is brisk, and the difficulty is manageable, though some sections require careful timing. It feels like a playful, low pressure adventure where the focus is on causing a little chaos and moving on to the next yard.