Fat Bobby Lynx box art

Atari Lynx · Platformer

Fat Bobby

SystemAtari Lynx
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperTelegames
PublisherTelegames
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Atari Lynx, Fat Bobby is a platformer developed by Telegames.

Telegames also made The Fidelity Ultimate Chess Challenge, Bubble Trouble and Krazy Ace Miniature Golf for the Lynx.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the Lynx hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Fat Bobby is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Fat Bobby gameplay screenshot on Lynx
In-game screenshot (Lynx)

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Fat Bobby FAQ

Who made Fat Bobby?

It was developed by Telegames.

Is Fat Bobby multiplayer?

No. Fat Bobby is a single-player game.

How long does Fat Bobby take to play?

As a platformer, Fat Bobby typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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