Cool World hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1992 on the Super Nintendo, this retro classic from Ocean is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
It is loosely based on the 1992 movie of the same name. Cool World is an action video game developed by British studio Painting By Numbers.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
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The Story Behind Cool World
In contrast to the computer/Game Boy and NES versions, this version of the game plays more like an adventure game. Cool World is an action video game developed by British studio Painting By Numbers. Cool World was first mentioned in issue #47 (April 1993) of the North American video gaming magazine Nintendo Power.
It was released by Ocean Software in 1993 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. It is the only version of the game that allows players to control Jack Deebs, who must avoid the advances of Holli Would and return home. Both the European and North American versions are in English.
How Cool World Plays
The player controls Jack, who must avoid being surrounded by the Popper Police, a cartoon police force, or get arrested. Cool World is an action video game developed by British studio Painting By Numbers. Depending on how many times the player has broken the law and whether he has collected the in-game currency of nickels or not, the player will either get a lecture by Detective Frank Harris and/or be forced to pay bail money.
It is loosely based on the 1992 movie of the same name. Players can visit Las Vegas to increase their nickel stash and store their coins at the Cool World bank. In contrast to the computer/Game Boy and NES versions, this version of the game plays more like an adventure game.
Why Players Still Load It Up
Cool World was first mentioned in issue #47 (April 1993) of the North American video gaming magazine Nintendo Power. Allgame gave Cool World an overall rating of 2 stars out of an overall 5. It is loosely based on the 1992 movie of the same name.
In contrast to the computer/Game Boy and NES versions, this version of the game plays more like an adventure game. Cool World is an action video game developed by British studio Painting By Numbers. It is the only version of the game that allows players to control Jack Deebs, who must avoid the advances of Holli Would and return home.
Cool World — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save my progress in Cool World?
Yes. Create a free account and the player unlocks save states — snapshot your progress at any moment and resume later on any device.
How many players does Cool World support?
This browser version of Cool World handles 1 player(s).
Can I play Cool World online for free?
Yes — Cool World runs directly in your browser on this page. There is nothing to download or install; the game boots in the player above.
Do I need a controller to play Cool World?
A gamepad is optional. The keyboard mapping shown on this page works immediately, and plugging in a USB or Bluetooth controller switches the player over on its own.