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Game Boy · Puzzle / Platformer
Monster Max
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Titus |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Monster Max is a puzzle game released in 1994 for the Game Boy, developed by Rareware and published by Titus. It blends puzzle, platformer and adventure elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders. Among the 76 Game Boy puzzle games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
Rareware also made Donkey Kong Land, Donkey Kong Land 2 and Donkey Kong Land III for the Game Boy.
Monster Max is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Monster Max is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Monster Max cheats & codes
5 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Invincible | 010121D1 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 010422D1 |
| Max Twice Speed | 010F23D1 |
| Max Magic Ring | 010F24D1 |
| Max Jump Higher | 010F25D1 |
Monster Max 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.
Monster Max FAQ
When did Monster Max come out on the Game Boy?
Monster Max was released for the Game Boy in 1994.
Who made Monster Max?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Titus.
Is Monster Max multiplayer?
No. Monster Max is a single-player game.
How long does Monster Max take to play?
As a puzzle game, Monster Max 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 Monster Max 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.