Earthworm Jim 2 Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Earthworm Jim
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Shiny Entertainment |
| Publisher | Virgin Interactive Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Earthworm Jim |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 20 |
Developed by Shiny Entertainment and published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment, Earthworm Jim arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer. Among the 160 Genesis platformers in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Earthworm Jim series; on the Genesis you can also try Earthworm Jim 2. The series also appears on other systems with Earthworm Jim (SNES) and Earthworm Jim 2 (SNES).
Earthworm Jim 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 want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Earthworm Jim 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.
Earthworm Jim cheats & codes
115 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Invulnerable | FFFBFF:34 |
|---|---|
| Invisible/Cannot Be Hit | FFFD28:42 |
| Vibrating Life Symbol | FFFD16:1C |
| Freezes 1st Boss | FFAFC4:09 |
| Infinite Super Plasma Shots | FFFDED:0009 |
| Infinite Ammo | FFFBF7:09
FFFBF6:09 |
Earthworm Jim walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Earthworm Jim FAQ
When did Earthworm Jim come out on the Genesis?
Earthworm Jim was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Earthworm Jim?
It was developed by Shiny Entertainment and published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment.
Is Earthworm Jim multiplayer?
No. Earthworm Jim is a single-player game.
How long does Earthworm Jim take to play?
As a platformer, Earthworm Jim 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 Earthworm Jim 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.