Flipper & Lopaka GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Platformer

Flipper & Lopaka

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2001
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperPlanet Interactive
PublisherUbisoft
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Flipper & Lopaka is a platformer released in 2001 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Planet Interactive and published by Ubisoft.

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.

Planet Interactive also made Spirou: The Robot Invasion, Dracula: Crazy Vampire and Gold and Glory: The Road to El Dorado for the GBC.

Flipper & Lopaka 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 GBC 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 Flipper & Lopaka 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.

Flipper & Lopaka gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

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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.

Flipper & Lopaka FAQ

When did Flipper & Lopaka come out on the GBC?

Flipper & Lopaka was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.

Who made Flipper & Lopaka?

It was developed by Planet Interactive and published by Ubisoft.

Is Flipper & Lopaka multiplayer?

No. Flipper & Lopaka is a single-player game.

How long does Flipper & Lopaka take to play?

As a platformer, Flipper & Lopaka 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.

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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