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Game Boy Color · Adventure
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Saffire |
| Publisher | NewKidCo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Saffire and published by NewKidCo, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2001 as an adventure game.
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.
Saffire also made Billy Bob's Huntin'-n-Fishin', Oddworld Adventures 2 and Catz for the GBC.
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- 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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
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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: Escape from Planet Earth FAQ
When did E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth come out on the GBC?
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth?
It was developed by Saffire and published by NewKidCo.
Is E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth multiplayer?
No. E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth is a single-player game.
How long does E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth take to play?
As an adventure game, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial: Escape from Planet Earth 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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