ToeJam
A red, three-legged alien rapper. He is one of the two playable protagonists and is generally associated with faster movement.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the selected character |
|---|---|
Start | Pause the game |
Control notes
The exact functions of the Genesis face buttons can vary by gameplay context and are omitted here rather than inferred.
How it plays
How does ToeJam & Earl play?
The game uses a top-down perspective. ToeJam or Earl explores floating Earth levels, searching for the scattered pieces of the spaceship while avoiding or distracting strange human enemies.
Levels are assembled with randomized layouts, so routes, presents, and hazards change between games. Presents contain helpful or harmful effects, but their contents are initially unidentified. Players can sneak, run, use items, ride elevators, and uncover shortcuts. Reaching the exit advances the player to the next level; losing all lives ends the run.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play ToeJam & Earl?
Explore carefully rather than rushing toward the exit. Unidentified presents can be dangerous, so keep useful items for emergencies and learn their effects through cautious use.
Use the landscape to avoid enemies whenever possible. In two-player games, stay close enough to support one another, but search separate nearby paths when the level layout allows it.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Earl
A large purple alien rapper. He is the second playable protagonist and is generally associated with greater durability.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Map unfamiliar areas methodically; randomized layouts reward careful exploration.
- 2
Avoid opening every present immediately, especially when enemies are nearby.
- 3
Cooperative play makes item management and enemy avoidance easier.
Community discussion
What are players saying? 0