Game Boy Color · Strategy
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Zed Two |
| Publisher | NewKidCo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Zed Two and published by NewKidCo, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2002 as a strategy game.
It landed about 4 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2002 include Dragon Ball Z: Legendary Super Warriors, Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories and Hamtaro: Ham-Hams Unite!.
Zed Two also made Dragon Tales: Dragon Wings and Wetrix for the GBC.
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
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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.
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden FAQ
When did E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden come out on the GBC?
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden was released for the Game Boy Color in 2002.
Who made E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden?
It was developed by Zed Two and published by NewKidCo.
Is E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden multiplayer?
No. E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden is a single-player game.
How long does E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden take to play?
As a strategy game, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial and the Cosmic Garden typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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