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Game Boy · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Jungle Strike
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| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Ocean |
| Publisher | Malibu Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Strike |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Jungle Strike is a shoot 'em up released in 1995 for the Game Boy, developed by Ocean and published by Malibu Games. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1995 include Kirby's Dream Land 2, Donkey Kong Land and Kirby's Block Ball. Among the 27 Game Boy shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
It is part of the Strike series; on the Game Boy you can also try Desert Strike and Urban Strike. The series also appears on other systems with Desert Strike (SNES) and Soviet Strike (PS1). Ocean also made Jurassic Park, Mr. Do! and The Flintstones for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Jungle Strike is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Jungle Strike walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Jungle Strike FAQ
When did Jungle Strike come out on the Game Boy?
Jungle Strike was released for the Game Boy in 1995; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made Jungle Strike?
It was developed by Ocean and published by Malibu Games.
Is Jungle Strike multiplayer?
No. Jungle Strike is a single-player game.
How long does Jungle Strike take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Jungle Strike typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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