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Game Boy · Platformer
Castelian
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Bits Studios |
| Publisher | Triffix |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy in 1991, Castelian is a platformer developed by Bits Studios and published by Triffix.
It landed about 2 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1991 include Metroid II: Return of Samus, Final Fantasy Adventure and Yoshi.
Bits Studios also made Spider-Man 3: Invasion of the Spider-Slayers, Alien 3 and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves for the Game Boy.
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 Castelian 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.
Castelian cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 993-B4F-19E |
|---|---|
| Start With 9 Lives | 09D-B2F-E66 |
| Infinite Time | 006-B0F-E6E |
If you like Castelian, the Matrix also picks…
Kirby's Dream Land Classic
DuckTales Classic
Castlevania: The Adventure Classic
DuckTales 2 Classic
Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3 Classic
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.
Castelian FAQ
When did Castelian come out on the Game Boy?
Castelian was released for the Game Boy in 1991.
Who made Castelian?
It was developed by Bits Studios and published by Triffix.
Is Castelian multiplayer?
No. Castelian is a single-player game.
How long does Castelian take to play?
As a platformer, Castelian 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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