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Game Boy Color · Platformer
Wario Land II
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Wario Land |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Wario Land II is a platformer released in 1998 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Nintendo.
It belongs to the GBC's earliest wave of games. Other notable GBC releases from 1998 include Pokémon Trading Card Game, Bomberman Quest and Centipede. Among the 99 GBC platformers in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Wario Land series; on the GBC you can also try Wario Land 3. The series also appears on other systems with Wario Land 4 (GBA) and Wario Land II (Game Boy). Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros. Deluxe, Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble and Bionic Commando: Elite Forces for the GBC.
Wario Land II 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 want to experience one of the GBC's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Wario Land II 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.
Wario Land II cheats & codes
16 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Coins Go Up By 100 | 01990FC5 |
|---|---|
| Wario Height in Air Modifier | 01??3BC5 |
| Invincible Super Wario | 0101DCC6 |
| Continues Charging | 01000BC6 |
| Level Select | 01??10D5 |
| Fire Block Breaks By Touch | 90020BC7 |
Wario Land II walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Wario Land II.
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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.
Wario Land II FAQ
When did Wario Land II come out on the GBC?
Wario Land II was released for the Game Boy Color in 1998.
Who made Wario Land II?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Wario Land II multiplayer?
No. Wario Land II is a single-player game.
How long does Wario Land II take to play?
As a platformer, Wario Land II 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 Wario Land II 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.