Product Overview
- Product Name: Earthworm Jim
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Genesis clamshell case is in very good condition with hang-tab intact. Artwork colors remain rich and unfaded. Instruction manual shows moderate handling - but no writing or markings. Cartridge shows light handling but overall looks great. A nice example that presents well in any CIB Genesis collection.
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What's Included
- Genesis Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type**: OEM/Original
- Extras:
Game Description
Earthworm Jim for the Sega Genesis is a wild, cartoon-fueled platformer that redefined 16-bit creativity and humor. Released in 1994, it follows the unlikely hero Jim — an ordinary earthworm who gains superpowers when he dons a high-tech cybernetic suit. Armed with a plasma blaster, an elastic worm body, and an arsenal of ridiculous one-liners, Jim blasts his way through bizarre alien worlds to rescue the mysterious Princess What’s-Her-Name and thwart the villainous Psy-Crow.
Developed by Shiny Entertainment under the direction of industry visionary David Perry, Earthworm Jim pushed the Sega Genesis to its artistic limits. Its hand-drawn animation, fluid motion, and offbeat humor were a revelation in 1994 — showing that video games could be both technically impressive and laugh-out-loud funny. From the pulsating “What The Heck?” stage to the chaotic asteroid races, each level blends tight gameplay design with manic personality that captured the essence of mid-’90s gaming culture.
The game’s innovative style and tongue-in-cheek humor made it an instant hit and helped turn Jim into a pop culture icon, spawning toys, comic books, and even a Saturday morning cartoon. For collectors and retro enthusiasts, Earthworm Jim stands as a defining showcase of Sega Genesis platforming at its best — equal parts technical brilliance, comedic timing, and unfiltered imagination.
Gameplay Features
- Control Earthworm Jim in a high-energy, humor-packed platformer built for the Sega Genesis.
- Use Jim’s plasma gun, whip attack, and suit-propelled jumps to battle eccentric villains like Major Mucus and Queen Slug-for-a-Butt.
- Traverse surreal levels ranging from outer space to hellish lava worlds — each packed with secrets and surprises.
- Gorgeous hand-drawn animation and expressive character art push 16-bit visuals to cartoon-quality levels.
- Catchy, high-energy soundtrack by Tommy Tallarico adds dynamic flair to every chaotic stage.
- Mix of platforming, shooting, and racing sequences ensures nonstop variety and entertainment.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Earthworm Jim was developed by Shiny Entertainment and published by Playmates Interactive Entertainment — a rare case where a toy company helped fund one of the most stylish games of the 16-bit era. The team’s goal was to parody traditional video game heroes, resulting in one of the funniest and most original titles of its generation.
The game’s critical and commercial success led to ports across multiple systems and even a sequel that expanded Jim’s outrageous world. Decades later, Earthworm Jim remains a collector’s favorite and a defining symbol of mid-’90s gaming innovation — celebrated for its humor, art direction, and enduring cult following among Sega fans.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Platformer
- Year Released: 1994
- Publisher: Playmates Interactive Entertainment
- Developer: Shiny Entertainment
- ESRB Rating: N/A
- UPC: 796298022007
- SKU: 8893
- Format: Sega Genesis Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Sega Genesis 16-Bit System
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- **Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original Genesis cases. (See photos)
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