Hugo Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Platformer

Hugo

SystemGame Boy
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperITE Media
PublisherITE Media
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Hugo is a platformer released for the Game Boy, developed by ITE Media.

Hugo 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 Game Boy 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 Hugo 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.

Hugo gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

Hugo cheats & codes

9 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Lives010599C3
Alle Schlüssel0129B8D8
8 Pfeile012429D8
Unendlich Leben012899D8
Letztes Level013D7AD8

See all Hugo cheats

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Playing Game Boy games today

Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.

Hugo FAQ

Who made Hugo?

It was developed by ITE Media.

Is Hugo multiplayer?

No. Hugo is a single-player game.

How long does Hugo take to play?

As a platformer, Hugo 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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