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Game Boy · Action
Amazing Penguin
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Natsume |
| Publisher | Natsume |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1990, Amazing Penguin is an action game developed by Natsume.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan.
Natsume also made Ninja Gaiden Shadow, Tail 'Gator and Spanky's Quest for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Amazing Penguin is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Amazing Penguin cheats & codes
30 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FA2-29D-4C1 |
|---|---|
| Start With 99 Lives | 63D-45E-E66 |
Amazing Penguin walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Amazing Penguin FAQ
When did Amazing Penguin come out on the Game Boy?
Amazing Penguin was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made Amazing Penguin?
It was developed by Natsume.
Is Amazing Penguin multiplayer?
No. Amazing Penguin is a single-player game.
How long does Amazing Penguin take to play?
As an action game, Amazing Penguin typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Amazing Penguin on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.