Phantom 2040 is a action-platformer published by Viacom New Media for the SNES, released in 1995, and it is based on the animated television series of the same name, which was a futuristic adaptation of the Phantom comic strip. You play as the Phantom, who must travel through levels, fighting enemies and collecting items, with a focus on platforming, combat, and action.
The gameplay involves navigating through levels, using a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat enemies and overcome obstacles, and you can also collect items to restore health and power-ups. A unique feature is the "future" theme – the game is set in a futuristic world, with levels featuring high-tech and cyberpunk environments, and the Phantom uses advanced weapons and gadgets. The levels include various futuristic and industrial environments, each with unique enemies, obstacles, and challenges.
The game features a health bar and a continue system, and you can also collect items to restore health and power-ups. The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a cyberpunk and futuristic style, and the sprites are well-rendered and full of personality. The music is fast-paced and intense, with a driving electronic soundtrack that matches the game's action-packed and futuristic tone. Critics praised the futuristic theme and the action, making it a solid action-platformer for the SNES. It supports one player. Phantom 2040 is a fun and engaging game that offers a great futuristic action adventure.