Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Platformer

Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1994
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperGremlin Graphics Software
PublisherGremlin Graphics Software
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesZool
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994, Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension is a platformer developed by Gremlin Graphics Software.

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 Zool series. The series also appears on other systems with Zool 2 (Jaguar) and Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension (SNES). Gremlin Graphics Software also made Monster Truck Wars 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 Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension 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.

Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Health00CA-9203
Infinite Lives00CA-9109
Infinite Continues00DE-D809

See all Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension cheats

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Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension FAQ

When did Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension come out on the Game Gear?

Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994.

Who made Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension?

It was developed by Gremlin Graphics Software.

Is Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension multiplayer?

No. Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension is a single-player game.

How long does Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension take to play?

As a platformer, Zool: Ninja of the 'Nth' Dimension 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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