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Game Boy · Beat 'em Up / Action
Kung-Fu Master
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1984) |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Irem |
| Publisher | Irem |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Irem, Kung-Fu Master arrived on the Game Boy in 1990 as a beat 'em up. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984. It blends beat 'em up and action elements.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan. Among the 7 Game Boy beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Irem also made Undercover Cops: Hakaishin Garumaa, Racing Damashii and R-Type 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Kung-Fu Master is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Kung-Fu Master cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Freeze Timer | 00C-8EA-3BE |
|---|---|
| Touch Weak Enemies To Kill Them | 009-E6F-F72 |
| Mostly Invincible | 009-FFF-3BE
00A-42F-A28 |
Kung-Fu Master 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.
Kung-Fu Master FAQ
When did Kung-Fu Master come out on the Game Boy?
Kung-Fu Master was released for the Game Boy in 1990; the original game dates back to 1984.
Who made Kung-Fu Master?
It was developed by Irem.
Is Kung-Fu Master multiplayer?
No. Kung-Fu Master is a single-player game.
How long does Kung-Fu Master take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Kung-Fu Master typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Kung-Fu Master 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.