Nintendo 64 · Platformer
Earthworm Jim 3D
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | VIS Entertainment |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Earthworm Jim |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 11 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, Earthworm Jim 3D is a platformer developed by VIS Entertainment and published by Interplay.
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 #12 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). VIS Entertainment also made The Powerpuff Girls: Chemical X-Traction and Tom and Jerry in Fists of Furry for the N64.
Earthworm Jim 3D 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 Earthworm Jim 3D 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 3D cheats & codes
204 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Slot 1 | 800C625A 0001 |
|---|---|
| Slot 2 | 800C625B 0001 |
| Slot 3 | 800C625C 0001 |
| Slot 4 | 800C625D 0001 |
| Slot 5 | 800C625E 0001 |
| Slot 6 | 800C625F 0001 |
Earthworm Jim 3D walkthroughs & guides
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Earthworm Jim 3D FAQ
When did Earthworm Jim 3D come out on the N64?
Earthworm Jim 3D was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.
Who made Earthworm Jim 3D?
It was developed by VIS Entertainment and published by Interplay.
Is Earthworm Jim 3D multiplayer?
No. Earthworm Jim 3D is a single-player game.
How long does Earthworm Jim 3D take to play?
As a platformer, Earthworm Jim 3D 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 Earthworm Jim 3D 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.