Play Madagascar - Operation Pingouins (E)(Rising Sun) Online

I picked up Madagascar: Operation Penguin for the Game Boy Advance back in 2006, a time when licensed platformers were everywhere. It was published by Activision, and it stood out because it wasn't just another movie tie-in; it let you play as the penguins, the real stars of the film. The GBA was perfect for this kind of quick, portable action, and it felt right at home among other cartoon adventures on the system.

You control the lead penguin, Skipper, through a series of missions set in the zoo and beyond. Your main goal is to break out of the zoo and eventually help the main characters escape Madagascar. The gameplay involves screen by screen exploration, using disguises like vending machines to sneak past guards, and setting up distractions with fish explosives. It's not overly difficult, but it requires some timing and observation to avoid detection. Moving through each stage with the penguins' quirky style makes the whole experience lighthearted and consistently amusing.