Play Universal Studios Monsters Online

Universal Studios Monsters came out for the Game Boy Color in 2000, developed by DreamOn Studio and published by Light and Shadow Productions. It was part of that wave of licensed games that tried to capture the look and feel of classic horror on the small screen, back when handhelds were all about short bursts of play and chunky, colorful sprites.

You control Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, and the Wolf Man, switching between them to use their unique abilities: Dracula turns into a bat to fly over gaps, Frankenstein smashes through walls, and the Wolf Man claws his way up certain surfaces. The goal is to guide all three monsters through a series of maze-like levels, avoiding torch-wielding villagers and solving environmental puzzles to progress. The game moves at a deliberate pace, with some trial-and-error moments due to limited visibility and occasional cheap hits. It feels like a thoughtful, slightly clunky adventure that rewards patience and smart character management.