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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Vectordean |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | James Pond |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991, James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod is a platformer developed by Vectordean and published by Electronic Arts. Depending on the region, you may also know it as James Pond II: Codename: Robocod.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness.
It is part of the James Pond series; on the Genesis you can also try James Pond: Underwater Agent, James Pond 3: Operation Starfish and The Aquatic Games Starring James Pond and the Aquabats. The series also appears on other systems with The Aquatic Games Starring James Pond and the Aquabats (SNES) and James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod (SNES). Vectordean also made Rolo to the Rescue for the Genesis.
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 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 James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod 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.
James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00190A:4E71 |
|---|---|
| Protection Against Enemies | 003D1C:6002 |
| Protection Against Spikes | 003CC2:6002 |
James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod walkthroughs & guides
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James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod FAQ
When did James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod come out on the Genesis?
James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod?
It was developed by Vectordean and published by Electronic Arts.
Is James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod multiplayer?
No. James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod is a single-player game.
How long does James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod take to play?
As a platformer, James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod 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 James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod 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.