The Edgar awards for films have been stolen in Hollywood! C.C. Deville, who is threatening to melt down the Edgars unless he gets a ten-picture deal from Warner Bros!, is behind the theft. However, his airship crashes into the Water Tower, scattering the Edgars across the various movie lot and freeing Yakko, Wakko, and Dot at the same time.
Animaniacs: The Great Edgar Hunt is a 3D platformer where players control Yakko, Wakko, and Dot. Each character has unique skills that can be unlocked as players progress through the game. Players collect Edgar awards to unlock new areas in the Warner Movie Lots. There are also 300 collectibles in each world; players earn one Edgar at 150 collectibles and another at 300.
The game features bonus mini-games with Pinky and The Brain, showcasing their failed attempts at world domination. The original cast of the cartoon reprises their roles, adding to the game's humor. Additionally, the game includes movie parodies and references to video games, making it an entertaining experience for fans of all ages.