The Mummy is an Game Boy Advance action-adventure game played from a bird-eye perspective that is based on the The Mummy: The Animated Series. The game starts with the O'Connell family traveling to Egypt to investigate strange phenomena happening at a dig near Cairo. There they meet up with Ardeth Bay who suspects Imhotep is behind it.
As the player explores the underground ruins, hostile creatures like scorpions and undead have to be fought. The player also needs to find keys to unlock doors. Coins can be collected and used to revive knocked down members at a designated area on the floor. Each family member has their own strengths and weaknesses: Rick is strong, Evy can read hieroglyphs, and Alex can pick locks.
The gameplay is fast-paced and action-packed, requiring strategy and quick thinking to overcome obstacles. With its unique blend of exploration and combat, The Mummy offers a thrilling adventure for fans of the series and action-adventure games in general.