Game Boy · Puzzle / Strategy
Stop That Roach!
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Koei |
| Publisher | Koei |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1994, Stop That Roach! is a puzzle game developed by Koei. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders.
Koei also made Nobunaga's Ambition 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 Stop That Roach! 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.
Stop That Roach! cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Turns | 1CB-9BA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Moves | 1CD-C4A |
| Infinite Stomp And Flyswat | 1CB-94A |
Stop That Roach! 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.
Stop That Roach! FAQ
When did Stop That Roach! come out on the Game Boy?
Stop That Roach! was released for the Game Boy in 1994.
Who made Stop That Roach!?
It was developed by Koei.
Is Stop That Roach! multiplayer?
No. Stop That Roach! is a single-player game.
How long does Stop That Roach! take to play?
As a puzzle game, Stop That Roach! 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 Stop That Roach! 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.