Absolute Entertainment

Absolute Entertainment was a pioneering video game publisher and developer during the late 1980s and early 1990s, known for their diverse and quirky game catalog. Founded in 1989 by former Activision employees, the company quickly established itself as an innovative force in the home console market.

Specializing in unique and often offbeat titles, Absolute made significant contributions to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) library. Notable releases included:

• Zool: A ninja-themed platformer that competed with mascot-driven games of the era
• Chester Cheetah: Too Cool to Fool: A branded platformer featuring the Cheetos mascot
• Home Alone video game adaptations

The company was particularly adept at creating licensed games and original IP, bridging the gap between pop culture and interactive entertainment. While not as large as some contemporaries, Absolute Entertainment demonstrated remarkable creativity and willingness to explore unconventional game concepts during the 16-bit era.

By the mid-1990s, Absolute was absorbed into the rapidly changing video game industry landscape, but their legacy remains an intriguing chapter in retro gaming history.