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Game Boy · Action / Sports
Paperboy
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Sports |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Mindscape |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Paperboy |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Atari and published by Mindscape, Paperboy arrived on the Game Boy as an action game. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends action and sports elements.
Among the 97 Game Boy action games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
It is part of the Paperboy series; on the Game Boy you can also try Paperboy 2. The series also appears on other systems with Paperboy (NES) and Paperboy (N64). Atari also made Marble Madness, Gauntlet II and Rampart 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Paperboy 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.
Paperboy cheats & codes
8 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Papers | 1107A1CA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 1104A2CA |
Paperboy 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.
Paperboy FAQ
Who made Paperboy?
It was developed by Atari and published by Mindscape.
Is Paperboy multiplayer?
No. Paperboy is a single-player game.
How long does Paperboy take to play?
As an action game, Paperboy 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 Paperboy 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.