Game Boy · Action / Beat 'em Up
Darkman
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Ocean |
| Publisher | Ocean |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1992, Darkman is an action game developed by Ocean. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends action and beat 'em up elements.
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.
Ocean also made Jurassic Park, Mr. Do! and The Flintstones 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)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Darkman 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.
Darkman cheats & codes
24 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start 1st Life With Mega-Energy | 63F-91C-91A |
|---|---|
| Start 1st Life With 1/2 Energy | 0AF-91C-91A |
| Start Rest Of Lives With Mega-Energy | 636-40D-91A |
| Start With 1 Life | 002-4DF-E66 |
| Start With 8 Lives | 072-4DF-E66 |
| Infinite Lives | 014-DDF-E69 |
Darkman 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.
Darkman FAQ
When did Darkman come out on the Game Boy?
Darkman was released for the Game Boy in 1992; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Darkman?
It was developed by Ocean.
Is Darkman multiplayer?
No. Darkman is a single-player game.
How long does Darkman take to play?
As an action game, Darkman 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 Darkman 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.