The high profile remake of ‘The Addams Family’ in 1991 spawned an inevitable 16-bit video game spin-off that, as was customary for all such titles, bears such a tenuous relationship to the film that it can easily be played without having knowledge of the storyline. This also means that the biggest fan of the movie can comfortably avoid this game for eternity, without feeling like he or she has missed out on a great piece of tie-in merchandise, as it doesn’t add anything to the experience. The game is called ‘The Addams Family,’ the box sports the film poster, and the characters have the same names. Beyond this, there’s nothing that gives off a distinctly ...  Read the complete review

The Addams Family on the Amiga is probably one of the best games I've ever played on one disk. It is a huge game and has all the same features as the rather more expensive Super Nintendo version. The only difference is that on the Amiga version, Gomez can't get the sword to fight with. Basically, you play the part of Gomez Addams and you have to rescue your family from the cluthes of 'The Judge' who has captured them all in an attempt to get the Addams Family fortune. I think that's the plot but I'm not exactly sure on all of the details but that's not what I'm here to talk about. This game is really good. There are loads ...  Read the complete review