Game Boy · Shooter / Action
X
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Argonaut Software |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | X |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Argonaut Software and published by Nintendo, X arrived on the Game Boy in 1992 as a shooter. It blends shooter and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III. Among the 13 Game Boy shooters in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the X series. Argonaut Software also made Days of Thunder and Race Drivin' 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 are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing X 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.
X cheats & codes
5 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 01089FCA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | 010912C3 |
| Infinite Missiles | 01034FCB |
| Infinite Fuel | 01FF82CA |
| Play Full Game On Emulators and flashcarts | 002-BDF-C42 |
X walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for X.
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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.
X FAQ
When did X come out on the Game Boy?
X was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made X?
It was developed by Argonaut Software and published by Nintendo.
Is X multiplayer?
No. X is a single-player game.
How long does X take to play?
As a shooter, X 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 X 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.