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Game Boy · Action / Platformer
Darkwing Duck
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Darkwing Duck is an action game released in 1993 for the Game Boy, developed by Capcom. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1993 include The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Kirby's Pinball Land and Mega Man IV. Among the 97 Game Boy action games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
Capcom also made DuckTales, DuckTales 2 and Mega Man V for the Game Boy.
Darkwing Duck is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 want to experience one of the Game Boy's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Darkwing Duck 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.
Darkwing Duck cheats & codes
35 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 01A-0BF-C4D |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Point Of Energy & 1 Life (1st Game) | 011-84F-F7A |
| Start With 5 Points Of Energy On 1st Life & 5 Lives (1st Game) | 051-84F-F7A |
| Start With 9 Points Of Energy On 1st Life & 9 Lives (1st Game) | 091-84F-F7A |
| Start With 1 Point Of Energy After 1st Life | 019-F0F-F7A |
| Start With 5 Points Of Energy After 1st Life | 059-F0F-F7A |
Darkwing Duck 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.
Darkwing Duck FAQ
When did Darkwing Duck come out on the Game Boy?
Darkwing Duck was released for the Game Boy in 1993.
Who made Darkwing Duck?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Darkwing Duck multiplayer?
No. Darkwing Duck is a single-player game.
How long does Darkwing Duck take to play?
As an action game, Darkwing Duck 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 Darkwing Duck 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.