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Game Boy · Platformer / RPG
Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru!
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer, RPG |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ganbare Goemon |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! is a platformer released in 1991 for the Game Boy, developed by Konami. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon. It blends platformer and RPG elements.
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.
It is part of the Ganbare Goemon series. The series also appears on other systems with The Legend of the Mystical Ninja (SNES) and Ganbare Goemon 2 (NES). Konami also made Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge, Castlevania Legends and Castlevania: The Adventure 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 Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! 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.
Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! cheats & codes
14 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Ninja Stars | 01990AC1 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | 01182AC2 |
| Max Health | 011809C1 |
| Stay Invincible Longer | 015514C2 |
| Max Money | 019907C1
019908C1 |
| All Clear Items | 01FF2EC1
01FF2FC1
01FF30C1
01FF31C1 |
Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! 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.
Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! FAQ
When did Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! come out on the Game Boy?
Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! was released for the Game Boy in 1991.
Who made Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru!?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! multiplayer?
No. Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! is a single-player game.
How long does Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! take to play?
As a platformer, Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! 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 Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! 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.