Game Boy · Strategy
Nobunaga's Ambition
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Koei |
| Publisher | Koei |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Nobunaga's Ambition (Nobunaga no Yabou) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Koei, Nobunaga's Ambition arrived on the Game Boy in 1991 as a strategy game.
It landed about 2 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1991 include Metroid II: Return of Samus, Final Fantasy Adventure and Yoshi.
It is part of the Nobunaga's Ambition (Nobunaga no Yabou) series. The series also appears on other systems with Nobunaga's Ambition (NES) and Nobunaga's Ambition (SNES). Koei also made Stop That Roach! for the Game Boy.
Nobunaga's Ambition supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Nobunaga's Ambition is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Nobunaga's Ambition cheats & codes
160 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Train Samurais Once & They Have 100% Skill Level | 3EF-9FB-191 |
|---|---|
| Start With 75 Loyalty Points | 4B1-5AA-2A2 |
| Start With 100 Loyalty Points | 641-5AA-2A2 |
| Start With 50 Town Value Points | 321-56A-80E |
| Start With 75 Town Value Points | 4B1-56A-80E |
| Start With 100 Town Value Points | 641-56A-80E |
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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.
Nobunaga's Ambition FAQ
When did Nobunaga's Ambition come out on the Game Boy?
Nobunaga's Ambition was released for the Game Boy in 1991.
Who made Nobunaga's Ambition?
It was developed by Koei.
Is Nobunaga's Ambition multiplayer?
Yes. Nobunaga's Ambition supports up to 2 players.
How long does Nobunaga's Ambition take to play?
As a strategy game, Nobunaga's Ambition typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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