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Uncle Ahmed

Leap across shifting sands, thump enchanted minions, and chase a runaway sorcerer through time-twisted stages.

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Gameplay overview

Chase the time-thief

A jealous magician crashes Ahmed's family celebration and yanks his nephew through a portal. Lace up your sneakers and sprint after the villain across sun-baked ruins, jungle canopies, and snowbound peaks while scooping up coins and keys along the way.

Each world layers new hazards—from crumbling ledges to floating cannons—and hides bonus stars behind secret passages. Nab power-ups to shrug off hits, bounce on enemies to clear the path, and reach the final showdown before the wizard slips away.

Controls & interface

Keyboard-friendly platforming

  • A / Left arrow: Run left to scout for hidden coins.
  • D / Right arrow: Dash right toward the portal trail.
  • W / Up arrow: Jump over gaps, spikes, and enemy projectiles.
  • Spacebar: Throw Ahmed's magic boomerang to stun distant foes.

Tips

Stay one jump ahead

  • Chain boomerang hits with stomp attacks to keep combos alive and rack up extra coins.
  • Explore side alcoves—many hide keys needed to unlock the exit door.
  • Use spring pads to reach floating platforms and grab stars that extend your continues.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers

Q: What happens if I miss a key?
A: You can backtrack through the level to grab it; every stage can be fully explored before hitting the exit door.

Q: Is Uncle Ahmed mobile-friendly?
A: Yes, tap controls mirror the keyboard layout so you can rescue your nephew on phones or tablets.

Q: Can I retry a stage for a better score?
A: Absolutely—replay finished levels to hunt for hidden stars and improve your time.

Our take

Why Uncle Ahmed is a great throwback platformer

Uncle Ahmed feels like a tribute to classic side-scrolling platformers, with bright worlds, simple controls, and just enough challenge to keep you on your toes. The chase narrative—pursuing the time-thief magician—gives your run through each level a bit more urgency than a purely abstract coin hunt.

Hidden keys, stars, and side paths reward exploration beyond the main route, so levels stay interesting even when you replay them for better times or more complete collections.

Who will enjoy it?

If you like retro-style action platformers and want something you can play comfortably in a browser, Uncle Ahmed is an easy recommendation. It is family-friendly and approachable, but still has enough secrets and tricky jumps to satisfy players who grew up on classic console platformers.