The relatively minor Looney Tunes character The Tasmanian Devil experienced a revival in the 1990s with the TV series Taz-Mania , starring Taz and his family. One of several games based on the license, the Genesis version features the same story as the other Sega versions, but has a unique design and set of levels.
Inspired by a tale his father told, Taz-Mania follows Taz as he goes on a quest for the egg of a giant prehistoric seabird. This journey takes him across 16 levels of platforming action, including a desert, jungle, car factory, mine, and ancient ruins. Taz can run, jump, and spin fast to turn into his trademark whirlwind, which allows him to knock out most enemies he encounters.
During gameplay, Taz can collect various items and use them in different ways. Food replenishes his health, while eating hot peppers gives him a fire breath attack. Stars grant temporal invulnerability, and bombs should be thrown at enemies (not eaten!). The game also features several levels with boss fights.
Other exciting sections of gameplay include a mine cart ride, where the cart must be raised or lowered to avoid collisions, and a wild river that can only be crossed by jumping across fast-sinking tree logs. These breaks from standard platforming add variety to an otherwise action-packed experience.