Game Boy · Fighting
Shaq Fu
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Unexpected Development |
| Publisher | Black Pearl Software |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Shaq Fu |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Shaq Fu is a fighting game released in 1995 for the Game Boy, developed by Unexpected Development and published by Black Pearl Software.
It landed about 6 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1995 include Kirby's Dream Land 2, Donkey Kong Land and Kirby's Block Ball. Among the 17 Game Boy fighting games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
It is part of the Shaq Fu series. The series also appears on other systems with Shaq Fu (SNES) and Shaq Fu (Genesis). Unexpected Development also made Golf Classic, Sports Illustrated: Golf Classic and The Getaway: High Speed II for the Game Boy.
Shaq Fu supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Shaq Fu is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Shaq Fu cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 00B-AFC-3B7 |
|---|---|
| One Hit Kills | 18C-97C-4CA |
Shaq Fu 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.
Shaq Fu FAQ
When did Shaq Fu come out on the Game Boy?
Shaq Fu was released for the Game Boy in 1995.
Who made Shaq Fu?
It was developed by Unexpected Development and published by Black Pearl Software.
Is Shaq Fu multiplayer?
Yes. Shaq Fu supports up to 2 players.
How long does Shaq Fu take to play?
As a fighting game, Shaq Fu 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 Shaq Fu 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.