James Pond: Codename Robocod GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Platformer

James Pond: Codename Robocod

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2005
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperCreature Labs
PublisherPlay It!
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesJames Pond
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005, James Pond: Codename Robocod is a platformer developed by Creature Labs and published by Play It!.

It landed about 4 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2005 include Pokémon Emerald, Mario Party Advance and WarioWare: Twisted!.

It is part of the James Pond series. The series also appears on other systems with James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod (Genesis) and James Pond: Underwater Agent (Genesis).

James Pond: Codename Robocod is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 GBA 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 James Pond: Codename Robocod 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.

James Pond: Codename Robocod gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

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James Pond: Codename Robocod FAQ

When did James Pond: Codename Robocod come out on the GBA?

James Pond: Codename Robocod was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.

Who made James Pond: Codename Robocod?

It was developed by Creature Labs and published by Play It!.

Is James Pond: Codename Robocod multiplayer?

No. James Pond: Codename Robocod is a single-player game.

How long does James Pond: Codename Robocod take to play?

As a platformer, James Pond: Codename Robocod 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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