Game Boy · Shooter
Total Carnage
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Midway |
| Publisher | Malibu Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Midway and published by Malibu Games, Total Carnage arrived on the Game Boy as a shooter.
Midway also made Mortal Kombat, Ms. Pac-Man and Mortal Kombat II 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)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Total Carnage is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Total Carnage cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Grenades | FA2-28D-4C1 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 001-ADD-19E |
| Start With Very Little Energy (After 1st Life) | 021-B1D-F72 |
| Start With Mega Energy (After 1st Life) | 991-B1D-F72 |
| Don't Take Damage From Some Enemies (After Getting Hit) | 003-55E-19E |
| Start With Very Little Energy (1st Life) | 020-54B-F72 |
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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.
Total Carnage FAQ
Who made Total Carnage?
It was developed by Midway and published by Malibu Games.
Is Total Carnage multiplayer?
No. Total Carnage is a single-player game.
How long does Total Carnage take to play?
As a shooter, Total Carnage 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.
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