Tom and Jerry - Frantic Antics! (GB)

In Tom and Jerry - Frantic Antics! for the Game Boy Color, players take on the role of the mischievous little mouse, Jerry, whose primary objective is to navigate through challenging levels while constantly evading the relentless pursuit of Tom the cat. This game is a classic platformer, where you control Jerry as he moves through familiar environments such as the kitchen, living room, garden, and various other locations, all designed with the iconic Tom and Jerry cartoon setting in mind.

The goal of each level is to collect a sufficient amount of scattered cheese and safely find your way to the end, all while skillfully avoiding Tom's intense chase. Tom will appear unexpectedly, attempting to catch Jerry by any means necessary, from direct pursuit to setting traps or throwing objects. Players must utilize their jumping, running, and quick reaction skills to evade Tom as well as other obstacles like Spike the bulldog, falling household items, or cunning traps.

Jerry can leverage the surrounding environment to his advantage, for instance, by jumping onto high shelves, hiding in mouse holes, or utilizing temporary power-up items to gain speed boosts or brief invincibility. Each level presents unique challenges, and occasionally, there are mini-boss encounters that require players to devise appropriate strategies to overcome them. With vibrant 2D graphics and characteristic cheerful audio, Tom and Jerry - Frantic Antics! delivers an entertaining experience true to the cartoon's essence, filled with action, suspense, and humor.