Tom & Jerry Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Platformer

Tom & Jerry

SystemGame Boy
Released1992
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperBeam Software
PublisherHiTech Software
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesTom and Jerry
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy in 1992, Tom & Jerry is a platformer developed by Beam Software and published by HiTech Software.

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.

It is part of the Tom and Jerry series; on the Game Boy you can also try Tom and Jerry: Frantic Antics. The series also appears on other systems with Tom & Jerry: The Movie (Game Gear) and Tom & Jerry: The Movie (Master System). Beam Software also made WCW: The Main Event, The Punisher: The Ultimate Payback! and Choplifter II for the Game Boy.

Tom & Jerry 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 Tom & Jerry 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.

Tom & Jerry gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

Tom & Jerry cheats & codes

6 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Sound Test EnabledC98-74B-E69
Infinite TimeC9C-1EE-E69
Infinite Lives188-50D-6EA
Stage Select Enabled (Password Menu)3CD-0DB-3B4
Infinite HealthC9D-34D-E69
Infinite Projectiles186-7CB-6EA

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Tom & Jerry 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.

Tom & Jerry FAQ

When did Tom & Jerry come out on the Game Boy?

Tom & Jerry was released for the Game Boy in 1992.

Who made Tom & Jerry?

It was developed by Beam Software and published by HiTech Software.

Is Tom & Jerry multiplayer?

No. Tom & Jerry is a single-player game.

How long does Tom & Jerry take to play?

As a platformer, Tom & Jerry 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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