Virtual Boy · Action / Adventure
Jack Bros.
Certified classic
| System | Virtual Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Atlus |
| Publisher | Atlus |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Jack Bros. is an action game released in 1995 for the Virtual Boy, developed by Atlus. It blends action and adventure elements.
It belongs to the Virtual Boy's earliest wave of games. Other notable Virtual Boy releases from 1995 include Mario's Tennis, Virtual Boy Wario Land and Mario Clash.
Jack Bros. is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Virtual Boy's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Jack Bros. is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Jack Bros. cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 05000112:46 |
|---|---|
| Invincible, Etc. | 05000150:FF
05000151:FF |
Jack Bros. walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Virtual Boy games today
With only a couple of dozen games released, the Virtual Boy is a library you can explore in full. Mario's Tennis, Wario Land and Red Alarm are the usual starting points.
Jack Bros. FAQ
When did Jack Bros. come out on the Virtual Boy?
Jack Bros. was released for the Virtual Boy in 1995.
Who made Jack Bros.?
It was developed by Atlus.
Is Jack Bros. multiplayer?
No. Jack Bros. is a single-player game.
How long does Jack Bros. take to play?
As an action game, Jack Bros. 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 Jack Bros. 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.