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Nintendo 64 · Platformer / Action
A Bug's Life
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Travellers Tales |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | A Bug's Life |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 14 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, A Bug's Life is a platformer developed by Travellers Tales and published by Activision. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 34 N64 platformers in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the A Bug's Life series. Travellers Tales also made Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue for the N64.
A Bug's Life 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 a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing A Bug's Life 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.
A Bug's Life cheats & codes
83 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D01E1644 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 1 P1 | D01E1645 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D11E1644 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D01E164C 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D01E164D 0000 |
| Dual Activator P2 | D11E164C 0000 |
A Bug's Life walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for A Bug's Life.
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
A Bug's Life FAQ
When did A Bug's Life come out on the N64?
A Bug's Life was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.
Who made A Bug's Life?
It was developed by Travellers Tales and published by Activision.
Is A Bug's Life multiplayer?
No. A Bug's Life is a single-player game.
How long does A Bug's Life take to play?
As a platformer, A Bug's Life typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about A Bug's Life 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.