About Risky Woods
Risky Woods is a side scrolling platform shooter from Electronic Arts, a genre departure for the publisher at the time. The player character wields a dagger against enemies, with the primary goal being to avoid direct contact with them.
Defeated foes drop coins, which serve as the game's currency for use in shops. The penalty for death includes losing most accumulated coins, though they can often be recovered if they fall on solid ground. This makes certain types of hazards, like drowning where coins are lost permanently, more punishing than being defeated in combat.
Progression requires precise jumping to navigate obstacles such as rivers and to reach optional bonuses. The gameplay focuses on these action and platforming mechanics rather than incorporating adventure or strategy elements.