CJ Elephant Fugitive Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Platformer

CJ Elephant Fugitive

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1994
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperThe Big Red Software Company
PublisherCodemasters
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesCJ Elephant
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by The Big Red Software Company and published by Codemasters, CJ Elephant Fugitive arrived on the Sega Game Gear in 1994 as a platformer.

It landed about 3 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1994 include Sonic Drift, Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble and Shining Force: The Sword of Hajya.

It is part of the CJ Elephant series. The Big Red Software Company also made Archer Maclean's Dropzone, Man Overboard! and Pete Sampras Tennis for the Game Gear.

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 Gear 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 CJ Elephant Fugitive 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.

CJ Elephant Fugitive gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

CJ Elephant Fugitive cheats & codes

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

Infinite Lives00C3-5C09
Infinite Health00C3-5D03
Infinite Bombs00C3-5B0A
X-Position Modifier00C3-2300
Invulnerability (And Enemies Die When They Touch You)C38-15D-E61
Infinite Health008-1AD-E65

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CJ Elephant Fugitive FAQ

When did CJ Elephant Fugitive come out on the Game Gear?

CJ Elephant Fugitive was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994.

Who made CJ Elephant Fugitive?

It was developed by The Big Red Software Company and published by Codemasters.

Is CJ Elephant Fugitive multiplayer?

No. CJ Elephant Fugitive is a single-player game.

How long does CJ Elephant Fugitive take to play?

As a platformer, CJ Elephant Fugitive 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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