The Mariner
The protagonist, a lone mutant sailor who travels across the flooded Earth.
How it plays
How does Waterworld play?
The game uses a side-scrolling perspective. The Mariner moves through linear stages, crosses platforms and structures, avoids environmental hazards, and fights enemies associated with the Smokers.
Progress depends on reaching the end of each area while surviving combat and platforming sections. The experience is primarily a single-player campaign rather than a collection of separate competitive modes.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Waterworld?
Learn the timing of jumps before moving quickly through a stage. Use safe ground to deal with enemies instead of attacking while standing near a drop.
Watch the edges of platforms and conserve health when possible. Progress carefully through unfamiliar sections, since hazards and enemies can be difficult to see against the dark Virtual Boy display.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Helen
A central character from the Waterworld story whom the Mariner encounters during the adventure.
The Deacon
The leader of the Smokers and the main antagonist of the Waterworld setting.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use deliberate movements near platform edges and hazards.
- 2
Memorize enemy positions after a failed attempt.
- 3
Take advantage of clear ground before engaging groups of enemies.
Community discussion
What are players saying? 0