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Blinx: The Time Sweeper

Genre: Platform, action
Developer: Artoon
Publisher: Microsoft
Year: 2002
System: Microsoft Xbox

Blinx: The Time Sweeper is a platform action game developed by Artoon and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released in 2002 exclusively for the Xbox console.

Players control Blinx, a time-controlling cat tasked with cleaning up time distortions caused by rogue time monsters. The gameplay combines traditional platforming elements with unique time manipulation mechanics, allowing players to pause, rewind, fast-forward, or slow down time to solve puzzles and defeat enemies.

The game features multiple levels with various challenges, including collecting items and defeating bosses. It received attention for its innovative gameplay concept and was among the early titles showcasing the Xbox’s capabilities.