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Game Boy · Platformer / Racing
Motocross Maniacs
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Platformer, Racing |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Ultra Games |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Motocross Maniacs |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games, Motocross Maniacs arrived on the Game Boy in 1989 as a platformer. It blends platformer and racing elements.
It belongs to the Game Boy's earliest wave of games. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1989 include Super Mario Land, Tetris and Alleyway.
It is part of the Motocross Maniacs series. The series also appears on other systems with Motocross Maniacs 2 (GBC) and Motocross Maniacs Advance (GBA). Konami also made Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge, Castlevania Legends and Castlevania: The Adventure for the Game Boy.
Motocross Maniacs supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Motocross Maniacs 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.
Motocross Maniacs cheats & codes
35 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Tires On Pick-Up | FAD-CDE-4C1 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Jet On Pick-Up | FAD-C7E-4C1 |
| Infinite Time | 00D-22D-E6E |
| Faster Timer | 02D-22D-E6E |
| Start With 7 Nitros | 079-E4F-F7A |
| Super Fast Bike | FA0-1ED-4C1
009-88E-B30 |
Motocross Maniacs 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.
Motocross Maniacs FAQ
When did Motocross Maniacs come out on the Game Boy?
Motocross Maniacs was released for the Game Boy in 1989.
Who made Motocross Maniacs?
It was developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games.
Is Motocross Maniacs multiplayer?
Yes. Motocross Maniacs supports up to 2 players.
How long does Motocross Maniacs take to play?
As a platformer, Motocross Maniacs 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 Motocross Maniacs 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.