Pang Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Platformer / Action

Pang

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SystemGame Boy
Released1993 (originally 1989)
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperMitchell Corporation
PublisherMitchell Corporation
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Game Boy in 1993, Pang is a platformer developed by Mitchell Corporation. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Buster Bros.. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends platformer and action elements.

It landed about 4 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1993 include The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Darkwing Duck and Kirby's Pinball Land.

Pang 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
  • you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Pang 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.

Pang gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

Pang cheats & codes

19 codes on file (Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few Xploder codes to start with:

Unendlich Leben$0D2A066E

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Pang 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.

Pang FAQ

When did Pang come out on the Game Boy?

Pang was released for the Game Boy in 1993; the original game dates back to 1989.

Who made Pang?

It was developed by Mitchell Corporation.

Is Pang multiplayer?

Yes. Pang supports up to 2 players.

How long does Pang take to play?

As a platformer, Pang 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 Pang 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.

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