Game Boy · Puzzle / Platformer
Pinocchio
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Puzzle, Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | NMS Software |
| Publisher | Black Pearl Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Disney |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by NMS Software and published by Black Pearl Software, Pinocchio arrived on the Game Boy as a puzzle game. It blends puzzle, platformer and adventure elements.
It is part of the Disney series; on the Game Boy you can also try DuckTales, The Lion King and Talespin. The series also appears on other systems with DuckTales (NES) and Disney's Aladdin (Genesis). NMS Software also made Star Wars, Disney's Aladdin and F-15 Strike Eagle for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Pinocchio is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Pinocchio cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few Xploder codes to start with:
| Unendlich Leben | $0D25BDD1 |
|---|---|
| Unendlich Energie | $0D31CCD1 |
Pinocchio walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pinocchio.
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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.
Pinocchio FAQ
Who made Pinocchio?
It was developed by NMS Software and published by Black Pearl Software.
Is Pinocchio multiplayer?
No. Pinocchio is a single-player game.
How long does Pinocchio take to play?
As a puzzle game, Pinocchio typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Pinocchio 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.