Cartoon Network is home to some of the greatest cartoon shows to grace the television screen. As the go-to channel for post-school relaxation, the Network experienced revolutionary success due to the iconic shows featured on its roster.
Founded in 1992, Cartoon Network received high praise for its engaging format alongside the immersive child-friendly shows it broadcasted. Throughout the years, many shows featured on this television channel have gained such a large fan base that they eventually received their own video games. Though many have since been forgotten, it is hard to deny the impact they once had.
10 Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time
The story of Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time sees one of the most faithful TV show adaptations in video games. Following the story of one of the most powerful Samurais in animations, Jack must navigate the harsh world he has found himself in and search for a way to return home.
Each level of the game alludes to an episode of the show, regularly tasking Jack with facing foes from his past. He encounters several familiar faces throughout his journey and, though some attempt to assist him in any way they can, many seek to eradicate him from existence.
9 The Grim Adventures Of Billy & Mandy
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With Mojo Rage plaguing the town of Endsville, four unlikely individuals are tasked with returning the world to its once somewhat harmonious state. Having had his Mojo Balls stolen from his drunk during the game's opening, Grim must journey to reclaim them before they infect the entire world.
Those who come into contact with these magic orbs will instantly become aggressive and attack all those in their path, rendering the journey incredibly challenging. Upon relocating these balls, the player learns that Billy caused this outbreak by scavenging through Grim's suitcase, hearkening back to the ridiculous premise of the show.
8 The Powerpuff Girls: Mojo Jojo A Go-Go
Set in the quaint metropolis known as Townsville, the Powerpuff Girls set off to prevent yet another one of Mojo Jojo's dastardly schemes. He steals an array of precious jewels to awaken an army of Mobots, tasking Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup, with returning these artifacts to their respected owners.
The Powerpuff Girls: Mojo Jojo A Go-Go permits the player to utilize the powers of each Powerpuff Girl on their quest to restore peace to Townsville. Though the game has not aged particularly well, its simple premise was part of the game's overall charm.
7 Courage The Cowardly Dog
Set in the fabricated town of Nowhere, Courage the Cowardly Dog allows the player to experience the horrors Courage is repeatedly subjected to in the show. Featuring several levels based on several of the show's episodes, this charming game proves to be a faithful adaptation.
Its open-world approach to storytelling allows the player to seamlessly sink into the story by exploring the game's haunting landscapes. Though it has since been largely forgotten, few games have succeeded in revitalizing a story to this extent.
6 Codename: Kids Next Door – Operation: V.I.D.E.O.G.A.M.E.
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The game opens with the Kids Next Door playing a video game before the Toilenator appears to ruin their fun. After besting him in combat, Numbuh 1 is informed that the foes of his past have all escaped from the Arctic Base Prison they were once confined.
Utilizing an array of Codename: Kids Next Door's iconic villains, the game allows the player to rediscover their love for the show's bizarre premise. Intent on confining these dangerous foes once more, the player must journey to a variety of unique locations to ensure the world's safety.
5 Dexter's Laboratory: Mandark's Lab?
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Unlike the series on which it is based, Dexter's Laboratory: Mandark's Lab? sees Dexter losing all access to his famed laboratory. Dexter's ultimate nemesis, Mandark, is now in control of the facility, forcing the young scientists to navigate its dangerous hallways to regain control.
The game captured the appeal of the series and conveyed it concerning its source material. Chock-full of comical mini-games and puzzles where Dexter must defeat reprogrammed friends and malevolent foes, the player will quickly find themselves unusually invested in this young genius' life.
4 Ed, Edd, n Eddy: Jawbreakers!
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Set in the eccentric town of Peach Creek, Ed, Edd n Eddy: Jawbreakers! documents the tale of three young boys who hunger for the mouthwatering hard candy known as jawbreakers. Confined to the GameBoy Advance, only a few have been able to experience the wondrous world housed in this game.
The game's premise requires the three Ed-boys to compete in a series of contests in which the winner will receive a giant box of the elusive treats they seek. Jam-packed with hilarious references to the series on which it is based, Jawbreakers! emphasizes how a television series can and should be reshaped to convey an engaging story through a different format.
3 Johnny Bravo In The Hukka-Mega-Mighty-Ultra-Extreme Date-O-Rama!
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Invited to partake in the Hukka-Mega-Mighty-Ultra-Extreme Date-O-Rama!, Johnny Bravo finds himself overjoyed with what the dating show may provide for him. Hoping to find himself a romantic partner, Johnny must ensure that he stands out from the other contestants if he hopes to win the heart of a potential romantic partner.
Though he considers himself to be nothing short of a stud, Johnny will struggle on this dating show if the player chooses to prioritize his physical appearance over his intelligence. The premise of the game has not aged well, but it is hard to deny the charm it once conveyed in its absurdity.
2 Xiaolin Showdown
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Based on the fascinating tale told in the show of the same name, Xiaolin Showdown follows four dedicated monks on their journey to rid the world of Jack Splicer's threatening goons. Allowing the player to control multiple characters, the player can wield a variety of Xiaolin Warrior powers.
Featuring multiple game modes, Xiaolin Showdown allows its players to revisit its levels upon completion to uncover its hidden secrets. Though incorporating 3D environments in a popular 2D world could easily become jarring, the game's execution of this feat serves to completely reinvent the design of its world and characters.
1 Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why'd You Steal Our Garbage?
Having had their cherished garbage stolen by the eccentric Ice King, Finn and Jake embark on a quest to reclaim what is rightfully theirs. Acting as a side-scroller, this sprite-riddled game features an abundance of delightful locations and items present in the Adventure Time series in a 2D form.
The game permits the player to explore the Candy Kingdom, the Grasslands, the Red Rock Pass, and the Ice Kingdom while searching for the Ice King. There is a surprising level of depth given to these iconic locations, rendering it one of Adventure Time's most considerate video game adaptations to date.