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Game Boy · Platformer
Home Alone
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Imagineering |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Home Alone |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Home Alone is a platformer released in 1992 for the Game Boy, developed by Imagineering and published by THQ.
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.
It is part of the Home Alone series; on the Game Boy you can also try Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. The series also appears on other systems with Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (NES) and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (SNES).
Home Alone is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Home Alone 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.
Home Alone cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| No Bad Guys | 214-34F-081 |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Hit Point | 013-ADD-E66 |
| 6 Hit Point | 063-ADD-E66 |
| 9 Hit Point (Meter Shows 6) | 093-ADD-E66 |
| Infinite Hit Points | 00B-5AD-19E |
| Need 1 Treasure To Finish Level 1 | 013-E5D-7FA |
Home Alone walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Home Alone.
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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.
Home Alone FAQ
When did Home Alone come out on the Game Boy?
Home Alone was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made Home Alone?
It was developed by Imagineering and published by THQ.
Is Home Alone multiplayer?
No. Home Alone is a single-player game.
How long does Home Alone take to play?
As a platformer, Home Alone 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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