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Super Nintendo · Platformer
The Jungle Book
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Virgin |
| Publisher | Virgin |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Virgin, The Jungle Book arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1994 as a platformer. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.
It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid.
Virgin also made RoboCop Versus The Terminator, Young Merlin and Dino Dini's Soccer for the SNES.
The Jungle Book 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)
- you've played the SNES 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
48 codes on file (Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Weapons | 80881000 |
|---|---|
| Hearts From Big Jungle Fruit Restore All Energy | 80A31600 |
| Bonus Gems Worth 2 | 80A4C002 |
| Bonus Gems Worth 3 | 80A4C003 |
| Bonus Gems Worth 4 | 80A4C004 |
| Red Gems Worth 2 | 80A4D702 |
The Jungle Book walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
The Jungle Book FAQ
When did The Jungle Book come out on the SNES?
The Jungle Book was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made The Jungle Book?
It was developed by Virgin.
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.