Earthworm Jim 2 Classic
Sega Master System · Platformer / Action
Earthworm Jim
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1994) |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Tec Toy |
| Publisher | Shiny Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Earthworm Jim |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Sega Master System in 1996, Earthworm Jim is a platformer developed by Tec Toy and published by Shiny Entertainment. This Master System release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 10 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1996 include Ecco: The Tides of Time and Taz in Escape from Mars. Among the 66 Master System platformers in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
It is part of the Earthworm Jim series. The series also appears on other systems with Earthworm Jim (SNES) and Earthworm Jim (Genesis). Tec Toy also made FIFA International Soccer, Street Fighter II and 20 em 1 for the Master System.
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)
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
4 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Invulnerability | 00C1-990E |
|---|---|
| Invulnerability | 00D-E9F-3B4 |
| Infinite Lives | 00C1-D604 |
| Infinite Lives | 3A4-0EC-2A2 |
Earthworm Jim walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Earthworm Jim FAQ
When did Earthworm Jim come out on the Master System?
Earthworm Jim was released for the Sega Master System in 1996; the original game dates back to 1994.
Who made Earthworm Jim?
It was developed by Tec Toy and published by Shiny 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.