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Game Boy · Action / Adventure
Ninja Boy
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| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Culture Brain |
| Publisher | Culture Brain |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1990, Ninja Boy is an action game developed by Culture Brain. It blends action and adventure 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.
Culture Brain also made Super Chinese Fighter GB, Ninja Boy II and Super Chinese Land 3 for the Game Boy.
Ninja Boy is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ninja Boy is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Ninja Boy cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives For Jacks | 085-5CA |
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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.
Ninja Boy FAQ
When did Ninja Boy come out on the Game Boy?
Ninja Boy was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made Ninja Boy?
It was developed by Culture Brain.
Is Ninja Boy multiplayer?
No. Ninja Boy is a single-player game.
How long does Ninja Boy take to play?
As an action game, Ninja Boy 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 Ninja Boy 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.