Summary
The Elephant Collection is a delightful walk down memory lane with a fresh coat of HD paint and higher-quality sound. If you’re a fan of jmtb02’s classic blue elephant games and appreciate the effort put into their remastering, this collection is a tempting proposition. However, if you’re looking for a whole new herd of gaming experiences, you might want to hold off until the price is as light as an elephant’s footfall during a midnight stroll.
Developer – Wonderful Elephant (jmtb02)
Publisher – Armor Games Studios
Platforms – PC (Reviewed)
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If you’re pachyderm-atically inclined, and you’ve got a trunkload of nostalgia for classic web games, you might find The Elephant Collection to be a colossal treat. This mammoth-sized package brings together ten of jmtb02’s beloved blue elephant games into one pachyderm-packed collection. From puzzle platformers to rapid-fire arcade experiences, this decalogy of Armor Games classics gets a fresh coat of paint with fully remastered artwork and upgraded sound quality. It’s a herdsome effort to give these old titles a new lease on life.
The original games, once designed for the web, now flaunt their HD glory, making them a feast for the eyes. Each pixelated pachyderm now shines with a new sheen, and the improved quality doesn’t feel like it’s been tusked aside. The art upgrades certainly stampede their way into the spotlight, enhancing the overall experience.

But what’s a trunk without the tunes? The remastered sound effects and music add a delightful layer of immersion. It’s like the games went from being stuck in a peanut shell to breaking free into an elephant-sized symphony. The higher bitrates and quality truly make a world of difference, and they’re a welcome addition.
In terms of gameplay, The Elephant Collection offers a variety of titles, each with its own unique twist. “This is the Only Level” series is a prime example of how a single idea can be creatively explored in multiple ways. The concept of having a single level that changes with each completion keeps things fresh and offers a trunkload of puzzles to solve. Meanwhile, “Achievement Unlocked” challenges you to think outside the box as you unlock hundreds of, well, achievements. The sheer number of achievements might make you trumpettling in surprise.
“Elephant Quest” stands out with its captivating adventure and the quest to retrieve the stolen bowler hat. It’s a quest of epic proportions, and your elephant isn’t just any ordinary elephant—it’s a laser-wielding hero! “Obey! the Game” is a collection of rapid-fire microgames that keep you on your toes, and “Run, Elephant, Run” takes you on an international journey to be with your beloved elephant partner, and it’s an emotional journey you won’t forget.

And then there’s “Elephant Rave.” No, it’s not about party-loving pachyderms but a challenge to avoid lasers and rethink your understanding of elephants. It’s a unique twist on the collection that will make you second-guess your trunkful of knowledge.
The overarching metanarrative of helping the little elephant recover its lost memories through in-game achievements adds a layer of fun and challenge to the collection. Earning achievements for earning achievements for earning achievements is the kind of meta-gaming that will keep you coming back for more, almost like an elephant never forgets.

Now, here’s the elephant in the room—While the remastered graphics and higher quality audio are certainly a plus, it’s hard to ignore the fact that these games are, at their core, old titles that were once available for free on Armor Games.
The Elephant Collection is a delightful walk down memory lane with a fresh coat of HD paint and higher-quality sound. If you’re a fan of jmtb02’s classic blue elephant games and appreciate the effort put into their remastering, this collection is a tempting proposition. However, if you’re looking for a whole new herd of gaming experiences, you might want to hold off until the price is as light as an elephant’s footfall during a midnight stroll.