The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Platformer

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland

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SystemGame Boy Color
Released1999
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperBonsai Entertainment Corp.
PublisherNewKidCo
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Bonsai Entertainment Corp. and published by NewKidCo, The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland arrived on the Game Boy Color in 1999 as a platformer. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Sesame Street: The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland.

It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch.

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland 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 The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland 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.

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

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The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland walkthroughs & guides

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The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland FAQ

When did The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland come out on the GBC?

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.

Who made The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland?

It was developed by Bonsai Entertainment Corp. and published by NewKidCo.

Is The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland multiplayer?

No. The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland is a single-player game.

How long does The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland take to play?

As a platformer, The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland 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 The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland 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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