A fascinating social media trend has revealed that to fully appreciate Disney's 2007 animated film Meet the Robinsons, fans should experience its three tie-in video games across different platforms. This unique approach suggests playing the various game versions at specific points during the movie to uncover deeper layers of the story.

Released in March 2007 as Disney's 47th animated feature, Meet the Robinsons marked the studio's second fully computer-generated film. Adapted from William Joyce's story "A Day with Wilbur Robinson," the movie follows 12-year-old orphan and aspiring inventor Lewis as he encounters time traveler Wilbur Robinson and faces the mysterious Bowler Hat Guy.

While Meet the Robinsons wasn't among Disney's most commercially successful films (grossing $170.5 million against a $150 million budget), a viral TikTok presentation by user Ndsixl proposed an innovative viewing method. The recommendation suggests pausing the film after the science fair scene to play the console and PC tie-in games, which provide additional context for the story's time-travel elements.

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The TikTok guide specifically highlights the DS version as ideal for filling narrative gaps during the film's first act. After acquiring the time machine in-game, viewers should resume watching to discover how Lewis's actions connect to his future descendants. The Game Boy Advance version then serves as the perfect interlude before the film's conclusion.

The console versions (PC, PS2, and Wii) offer a comprehensive 3D platforming experience with 40 missions across six distinct locations, including Lewis's school and various time periods. Developed by Avalanche Software (now a WB Games subsidiary), these games expand the film's universe while maintaining its lighthearted tone about how individual actions shape the future.