Tom
The blue-gray cat and one of the playable characters in the Tom and Jerry rivalry.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move left or right and position the character. |
|---|---|
A | Jump. |
B | Attack. |
Control notes
Start and pause behavior may depend on the Game Boy software and hardware being used.
How it plays
How does Tom and Jerry: Frantic Antics play?
The game uses a side-view perspective. The objective is to move through each stage, avoid hazards, defeat enemies, collect useful items, and reach the end of the level while continuing the chase between Tom and Jerry.
Stages are built around platforms, gaps, moving hazards, and enemy encounters. Progress depends on careful jumping and timing, with the player using the character's available attack to clear threats. The Game Boy version is structured as a sequence of levels rather than an open world.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Tom and Jerry: Frantic Antics?
Learn the timing of each jump before moving quickly through a stage. Approach enemies cautiously, since a missed jump or contact with a hazard can cost a life.
Collect useful items when the route is safe, and avoid unnecessary attacks near pits or moving obstacles. Short, deliberate movements are usually safer than rushing through unfamiliar sections.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Jerry
The small brown mouse and Tom's clever rival.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Watch enemy movement before committing to a jump.
- 2
Use attacks from a safe distance when possible.
- 3
Keep a life in reserve for later stages, where hazards become less forgiving.
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