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Game Boy Color · Platformer
The Land Before Time
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Eclipse Entertainment Ltd. |
| Publisher | Swing! Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | The Land Before Time |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 2001, The Land Before Time is a platformer developed by Eclipse Entertainment Ltd. and published by Swing! Entertainment.
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.
It is part of the The Land Before Time series. The series also appears on other systems with The Land Before Time (GBA).
The Land Before Time 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 Land Before Time 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 Land Before Time cheats & codes
14 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Always Cera | 9100E5C8 |
|---|---|
| Always Ducky | 9103E5C8 |
| Always Little Foot | 9101E5C8 |
| Always Spike | 9104E5C8 |
| Infinite Health | 9109A0C0 |
| Max Bags | 9163A3C0 |
The Land Before Time walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Land Before Time.
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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.
The Land Before Time FAQ
When did The Land Before Time come out on the GBC?
The Land Before Time was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made The Land Before Time?
It was developed by Eclipse Entertainment Ltd. and published by Swing! Entertainment.
Is The Land Before Time multiplayer?
No. The Land Before Time is a single-player game.
How long does The Land Before Time take to play?
As a platformer, The Land Before Time 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 Land Before Time 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.