Imhotep, however, can use an array of spells to attack Rick, but must also gather the ingredients needed to resurrect the Scorpion King so that the dark sorcerer can use his inhuman armies to take over the world. To this end, O'Conner is armed with a variety of weapons, with more available as the game progresses. * As Rick, players must rescue his son Alex and wife Evy from the clutches of Imhotep, before attempting to defeat the powerful Scorpion King and thus saving the world. Thus, two very different game styles are offered as players are given different objectives for each character.

Effectively two games in one, players can choose to control either movie hero Rick O'Conner or the returning villain Imhotep. * Ultimate battle against the Scorpion KingД¬losely following the plot of the summer blockbuster, The Mummy Returns is a 3D action/exploration title where the player can opt to fight for the forces of good or evil. * Rick O'Connell battles evil with guns while Imhotep fights with strength and magic Players can rotate it through 360 degrees or zoom in and out to get a better view of the surrounding area. A 3D map is also provided to allow players to find their way around the many levels. Either Ardeth Bey or Meela (depending on which character the user chose initially). To help stem the tide of enemy warriors, players are aided by a computer-controlled ally. Throughout the adventure, players will come across more than 30 different enemies, including Pygmy warriors, museum guards and all manner of undead creatures. While Rick 'O Connell wishes only to save his son Alex and wife Evy and the world, Imhotep desires control of the Scorpion King's vast army so he may conquer Earth. Their paths differ, but each character must ultimately destroy the Scorpion King.

Imhotep, however, wields magic and can absorb the souls of his enemies to replenish his health. Rick 'O Connell has access to a variety of weapons, including pistols, shotguns, and swords, but must pick up health items to stay alive. Though their quests are similar, each character possesses different abilities and weapons. All while fighting off enemies, traversing treacherous jumps and collecting items that will help them on their journey. Viewed from a third-person perspective, players must guide the character of their choosing through 12 stages, spanning familiar locales from the movie such as London, Cairo, and the ruins of Hamunaptara. Following the premise first introduced in the movie of the same name, The Mummy Returns casts players in the role of the evil mummy Imhotep or valiant adventurer Rick 'O Connell.

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