JJ
JJ is an action game developed and published by Square for the Famicom in 1987. In English, it is sometimes referred to by its long form, Jumpin' Jack, or by its subtitle, Tobidase Daisakusen Part II. The game…
7 January 1988
JJ is a video game developed by Square, released 7 January 1988 on Family Computer.
What JJ is
JJ was developed by Square and released in 1988. It is available on Family Computer only.
The premise, in the publisher's words
JJ is an action game developed and published by Square for the Famicom in 1987. In English, it is sometimes referred to by its long form, Jumpin' Jack, or by its subtitle, Tobidase Daisakusen Part II. The game was only released in Japan. The sequel to Tobidase Daisakusen (known in North America as 3-D WorldRunner), JJ is a typical scrolling shooter, but it incorporates a third-person view, where the camera angle is positioned behind the main character. As in the previous title, the main character Jack must travel through various worlds, armed with his laser cannon and jumping ability, to defeat the serpentbeasts who have overrun the planets. JJ was the last game by Square to utilize the "3D…
How it plays
Its themes are action. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
JJ launched on 7 January 1988, within three weeks of Wasteland, Final Fantasy, Nebulus and Head Over Heels.
Released around the same time: Wasteland, Final Fantasy, Nebulus, Head Over Heels.
Quick answers
JJ — frequently asked questions
When did JJ come out?
JJ was released on 7 January 1988 for Family Computer.