Kirikou is an action game based on the animated film 'Kirikou et la Sorcière', or 'Kirikou and the Sorceress' in some regions, about a baby who sets out to stop an African sorceress from turning villagers into objects. The story follows Karaba's spell that has turned the male villagers into fetishes.
The gameplay is a standard side-scrolling platformer where you jump obstacles, collect life-giving bonuses and attack enemies. As you progress, you gain stronger weapons and special abilities. The game features animated cutscenes to relay the story.