Game Boy · Platformer
Bonk's Adventure
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Red Company |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | B.C. Kid |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy in 1992, Bonk's Adventure is a platformer developed by Red Company and published by Hudson. Depending on the region, you may also know it as B.C. Kid.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III.
It is part of the B.C. Kid series; on the Game Boy you can also try B.C. Kid 2 and Bonk's Revenge. The series also appears on other systems with Bonk's Adventure (TurboGrafx-16) and Super Bonk (SNES).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Bonk's Adventure is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Bonk's Adventure cheats & codes
19 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 005-13B-F7D |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 007-99D-D5D |
| Start With 8 Lives (Not On Continue) | 071-AFF-E66 |
| Start With 10 Lives (Not On Continue) | 091-AFF-E66 |
| Start With 3 Lives, 1st Life As Mad Bonk (Not On Continue) | 021-AFF-E66
001-B3F-5D4 |
| Start 1st Life As Turtle Bonk (Not On Continue) | 021-AFF-E66
001-B3F-5D4 |
Bonk's Adventure walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
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Bonk's Adventure FAQ
When did Bonk's Adventure come out on the Game Boy?
Bonk's Adventure was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made Bonk's Adventure?
It was developed by Red Company and published by Hudson.
Is Bonk's Adventure multiplayer?
No. Bonk's Adventure is a single-player game.
How long does Bonk's Adventure take to play?
As a platformer, Bonk's Adventure 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.
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