Super Mario Land Classic
Game Boy · Platformer / Puzzle
The Humans
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer, Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Imagitec Design |
| Publisher | GameTek |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Imagitec Design and published by GameTek, The Humans arrived on the Game Boy in 1992 as a platformer. It blends platformer, puzzle and strategy elements.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III.
Imagitec Design also made Prophecy: The Viking Child 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)
- 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 The Humans 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 Humans cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 6 Humans | 06D-609-D5A |
|---|---|
| Start With 9 Humans | 09D-609-D5A |
| Start With 15 Humans | 0FD-609-D5A |
| Infinite Humans | FA3-E9F-4C1 |
| Infinite Timer | FA9-B7C-4C1 |
The Humans 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.
The Humans FAQ
When did The Humans come out on the Game Boy?
The Humans was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made The Humans?
It was developed by Imagitec Design and published by GameTek.
Is The Humans multiplayer?
No. The Humans is a single-player game.
How long does The Humans take to play?
As a platformer, The Humans 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 Humans 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.