Game Boy · Platformer / Action
Pocket Bomberman
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Pocket Bomberman is a platformer released in 1997 for the Game Boy, developed by Hudson. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 8 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1997 include Castlevania Legends, Donkey Kong Land III and Harvest Moon GB.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the Game Boy you can also try Atomic Punk, Bomberman GB and Bomberman GB 2. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Hudson also made Milon's Secret Castle, Felix the Cat and Hudson's Adventure Island for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Pocket Bomberman 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.
Pocket Bomberman cheats & codes
5 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Unendlich Leben | 01243881 |
|---|---|
| Unendlich Zeit | 015D5681 |
| Invulnerability | C33-6EB-E61 |
Pocket Bomberman walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pocket Bomberman.
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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.
Pocket Bomberman FAQ
When did Pocket Bomberman come out on the Game Boy?
Pocket Bomberman was released for the Game Boy in 1997.
Who made Pocket Bomberman?
It was developed by Hudson.
Is Pocket Bomberman multiplayer?
No. Pocket Bomberman is a single-player game.
How long does Pocket Bomberman take to play?
As a platformer, Pocket Bomberman 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.
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