New characters introduced in the sequel, such as King Julian and Moto Moto, offer their own special abilities and bonuses, and the penguins are back as well. When there's a need for speed, Marty's the right zebra for the job, and Alex is a good choice for platform exploration, with his special ability to climb poles and vines.
Melman has special healing powers, and the ability to toss objects great distances. Gloria can knock over enemies with her size, and she's also an excellent swimmer. Players change characters to fit the challenge.
Similar to the original Madagascar game, Escape 2 Africa plays out in a series of platform levels, featuring exploration, collection quests, and light combat.
