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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
The Jungle Book
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Eurocom |
| Publisher | Virgin Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
The Jungle Book is a platformer released in 1994 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Eurocom and published by Virgin Interactive. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.
It landed about 9 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1994 include Mega Man 6, Wario's Woods and Alfred Chicken.
Eurocom also made Magician, Dropzone and Lethal Weapon for the NES.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Jungle Book 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.
The Jungle Book cheats & codes
54 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start Practice Level With 1 Life | PAEGVGTA |
|---|---|
| Start Practice Level With 3 Lives | LAEGVGTA |
| Start Practice Level With 9 Lives | PAEGVGTE |
| Start Normal Level With 1 Life | PAEGNGIA |
| Start Normal Level With 3 Lives | LAEGNGIA |
| Start Normal Level With 9 Lives | PAEGNGIE |
The Jungle Book walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Jungle Book.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
The Jungle Book FAQ
When did The Jungle Book come out on the NES?
The Jungle Book was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1994; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made The Jungle Book?
It was developed by Eurocom and published by Virgin Interactive.
Is The Jungle Book multiplayer?
No. The Jungle Book is a single-player game.
How long does The Jungle Book take to play?
As a platformer, The Jungle Book 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 The Jungle Book 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.