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Game Boy · Action
Out of Gas
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Realtime Associates |
| Publisher | FCI |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1992, Out of Gas is an action game developed by Realtime Associates and published by FCI.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III.
Realtime Associates also made Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, WWF Raw and Dick Tracy 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 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 Out of Gas 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.
Out of Gas cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 2 Lives | 021-ACF-E66 |
|---|---|
| Start With 4 Lives | 041-ACF-E66 |
| Start With 8 Lives | 081-ACF-E66 |
| Collect Only 1 Canister To Complete Each Stage | AF8-ECE-191 |
| Infinite Lives | FA5-DDF-4C1 |
Out of Gas walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Out of Gas.
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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.
Out of Gas FAQ
When did Out of Gas come out on the Game Boy?
Out of Gas was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made Out of Gas?
It was developed by Realtime Associates and published by FCI.
Is Out of Gas multiplayer?
No. Out of Gas is a single-player game.
How long does Out of Gas take to play?
As an action game, Out of Gas 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 Out of Gas 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.