Puzzle
Jolly Chimp Champ
In this action puzzler, the crank controls the game's elements which you must use to navigate the stubborn, sedentary chimp to the goal of each level.
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Description
In this action puzzler, the crank controls the game's elements which you must use to navigate the stubborn, sedentary chimp to the goal of each level. Using only the crank, test your mind and reflexes and conquer the game's 100 levels to become the Jolly Chimp Champ!
- Crank: Required
- Tilt: Not used
- Microphone: Not used
Credits
Programing, design, sound and graphics by Drew Loebach Website artwork by Rae
Accessibility
This game uses only the crank input to control the game and requires a fair amount of precision. The buttons are only required for accessing the menu.
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Jolly Chimp Champ - Playdate gameplay + impressions
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Playdate: The Unofficial Website
Jolly Chimp Champ
Nick Simberg
2024-08-23
Is that a monkey? He's got a bomb!
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Speedrun Leaderboard
- 1 Drew-Lo 982,130
- 2 Kirkpad 2,606,710
Age note: This game is appropriate for all audiences. ...Unless a slightly creepy-looking toy monkey gives you the heebee jeebees.
AI: This game's developer created it without the use of generative AI.





