Dinosaur'us GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Platformer

Dinosaur'us

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2001
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperElectronic Arts
PublisherPFX Interactive
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Game Boy Color in 2001, Dinosaur'us is a platformer developed by Electronic Arts and published by PFX Interactive.

It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme.

Dinosaur'us supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Dinosaur'us 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.

Dinosaur'us gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Dinosaur'us walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

Dinosaur'us FAQ

When did Dinosaur'us come out on the GBC?

Dinosaur'us was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.

Who made Dinosaur'us?

It was developed by Electronic Arts and published by PFX Interactive.

Is Dinosaur'us multiplayer?

Yes. Dinosaur'us supports up to 2 players.

How long does Dinosaur'us take to play?

As a platformer, Dinosaur'us 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.

Read more about Dinosaur'us on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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