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Which controls does this version use?

Actions

Earthworm Jim 3D action controls
Control Stick
Move Jim
A
Jump
B
Attack or use the equipped weapon

How it plays

How does Earthworm Jim 3D play?

Players guide Jim through third-person 3D environments built around four dream-themed regions. Objectives include collecting Golden Udders, finding marbles, defeating enemies, completing challenges, and reaching stage exits.

Jim can run, jump, attack, use weapons, explore branching paths, and search for hidden collectibles. Progress opens additional areas and missions, while boss encounters and special challenges test movement and combat skills.

Plan your run

What is the best way to play Earthworm Jim 3D?

Explore each area thoroughly before leaving. Collectibles are often placed away from the main route, above platforms, or behind optional paths.

Learn the camera and use safe positions before attacking. Save difficult challenges for after collecting useful power-ups, and return to earlier areas when new abilities make previously unreachable locations accessible.

Meet the cast

Who are the key characters?

1

Earthworm Jim

The heroic earthworm in a powerful suit, who explores his dreams to recover his confidence and wake from a coma.

2

Princess What's-Her-Name

Jim's recurring love interest and a guiding presence in his bizarre dream adventure.

3

Psy-Crow

Jim's persistent rival and enemy.

4

Professor Monkey-for-a-Head

A mad scientist character from the Earthworm Jim universe.

5

Evil the Cat

A recurring villain associated with Jim's earlier adventures.

Before you begin

What should you know before playing?

  1. 1

    Search corners, elevated platforms, and side paths for collectibles.

  2. 2

    Use the camera carefully before long jumps or narrow platforming sections.

  3. 3

    Do not rush boss encounters; identify attack openings first.

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