Davy
The blue chameleon and one of the selectable protagonists.
Documented for this version
Control Stick | Move the chameleon |
|---|---|
A | Jump |
B | Use the tongue |
Z | Crouch |
C Buttons | Adjust the camera |
Nintendo 64 controls are described using the original controller labels.
How it plays
The game uses a third-person 3D perspective. Players guide a chameleon through themed stages, collect items, defeat enemies, and reach the goal while managing pits, hazards, and moving platforms.
The tongue is the central tool. It can strike enemies, grab certain targets, and help solve simple environmental obstacles. Stages are completed in sequence, with later areas introducing more demanding layouts and enemy patterns.
Plan your run
Learn the timing of the tongue before relying on it in crowded areas. It is useful both for attacking and for dealing with targets that are difficult to reach with a jump.
Move the camera carefully before long jumps, and survey platforms for enemies and hazards. Avoid rushing through unfamiliar sections, since falls and contact damage can quickly reduce the chameleon's health.
Meet the cast
The blue chameleon and one of the selectable protagonists.
A red chameleon who can be selected at the beginning of the game.
A green chameleon and one of the four playable characters.
A yellow chameleon available as a playable character.
Before you begin
Use the tongue from a safe distance whenever possible.
Check the camera angle before committing to a long jump.
Explore stage edges for useful items and safer routes.
Chameleon Twist is a 3D action-platform game developed by Japan System Supply and published by Sunsoft for the Nintendo 64. The player controls one of four colorful chameleons, each using a long tongue to defeat enemies, collect items, and interact with the environment. Its compact stages mix traditional jumping with tongue-based movement and combat, creating a distinctive alternative to more conventional mascot platformers. The game is aimed at single-player exploration, with straightforward objectives and several themed worlds. Reception was mixed: its playful concept and unusual mechanics were often recognized, while the camera, short length, and uneven difficulty drew criticism. It later became the first entry in the Chameleon Twist series.
Catalog entry maintained by EmuGamers Editorial Team
Community discussion
What are players saying? 0