Santa Claus Saves the Earth GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Platformer

Santa Claus Saves the Earth

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2002
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperIvolgamus
PublisherTelegames
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Santa Claus Saves the Earth is a platformer released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Ivolgamus and published by Telegames.

It came out in the GBA's second year on the market. Other notable GBA releases from 2002 include Sonic Advance 2, Metroid Fusion and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords.

Santa Claus Saves the Earth 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 Santa Claus Saves the Earth 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.

Santa Claus Saves the Earth gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Santa Claus Saves the Earth walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBA games today

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Santa Claus Saves the Earth FAQ

When did Santa Claus Saves the Earth come out on the GBA?

Santa Claus Saves the Earth was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.

Who made Santa Claus Saves the Earth?

It was developed by Ivolgamus and published by Telegames.

Is Santa Claus Saves the Earth multiplayer?

No. Santa Claus Saves the Earth is a single-player game.

How long does Santa Claus Saves the Earth take to play?

As a platformer, Santa Claus Saves the Earth 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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