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Game Boy · Action
Fish Dude
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Towa Chiki |
| Publisher | SOFEL Co., Ltd. |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | NOT RATED |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Fish Dude is an action game released in 1991 for the Game Boy, developed by Towa Chiki and published by SOFEL Co., Ltd..
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.
Fish Dude 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'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 Fish Dude 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.
Fish Dude cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| No Timer | 215-25F-081 |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | 002-3DF-E62 |
| Start With 5 Lives | 042-3DF-E62 |
| Start With 9 Lives | 082-3DF-E62 |
| Start With 15 Lives (Ignore Counter For 1st 5 Lives) | 0E2-3DF-E62 |
| Infinite Lives | 002-A8F-3BE |
Fish Dude walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Fish Dude.
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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.
Fish Dude FAQ
When did Fish Dude come out on the Game Boy?
Fish Dude was released for the Game Boy in 1991.
Who made Fish Dude?
It was developed by Towa Chiki and published by SOFEL Co., Ltd..
Is Fish Dude multiplayer?
No. Fish Dude is a single-player game.
How long does Fish Dude take to play?
As an action game, Fish Dude 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 Fish Dude 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.