Jill
The young pilot of the Red Dozer and the game's protagonist. She sets out to recover her father's stolen red diamond.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-Pad | Move Jill and navigate menus |
|---|---|
A | Jump |
L | Rotate the drill counterclockwise |
R | Rotate the drill clockwise |
START | Pause the game |
Combos and sequences
LL | Shift the drill to a higher reverse gear Repeated input changes the drill gear when available. |
|---|---|
RR | Shift the drill to a higher forward gear Repeated input changes the drill gear when available. |
Control notes
The drill's direction and gear affect combat, blocks, and machinery.
Button behavior is for the Game Boy Advance version.
How it plays
How does Drill Dozer play?
The game is viewed from the side. Jill moves through self-contained stages, drills through blocks and enemies, collects items, and reaches a boss or stage goal. The drill can operate in opposite directions and shift through multiple gears, making it useful for both combat and environmental puzzles.
Progression comes from clearing stages, finding upgrades, and opening new paths with improved drill capabilities. The Red Dozer also has a health meter, and optional collectibles encourage careful exploration. A rumble-enabled cartridge was bundled with the North American release.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Drill Dozer?
Use the drill deliberately rather than holding it constantly. Different directions and gears are useful for different blocks, enemies, and mechanisms.
Explore side passages before finishing a room. Extra health and collectible items make later stages and bosses more manageable, while observing a boss before attacking usually reveals a safe opening.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Doug
Jill's father and the head of the construction company. His injury motivates Jill's mission against the Skull Gang.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
Documented unlockNo reliable universal cheat codes are known; progression and upgrades are earned through normal play.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Try both drill directions when a block or mechanism does not respond as expected.
- 2
Save health before entering boss rooms; many encounters reward patient pattern reading.
- 3
Revisit areas after gaining new drill abilities to find optional items.
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