Custom Robo N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · RPG / Action

Custom Robo

Deep cut

SystemNintendo 64
Released1999
GenreRPG, Action
DeveloperNoise Factory
PublisherNintendo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentEpic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
SeriesCustom Robo
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 6

Developed by Noise Factory and published by Nintendo, Custom Robo arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1999 as a role-playing game. It blends RPG and action elements.

It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 8 N64 RPGs in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.

It is part of the Custom Robo series; on the N64 you can also try Custom Robo V2. The series also appears on other systems with Custom Robo Arena (DS) and Custom Robo GX (GBA).

Custom Robo supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the N64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
  • you only have a few minutes at a time

What playing Custom Robo is like

Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.

Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.

Custom Robo gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Custom Robo cheats & codes

1 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Master CodeF105F0B0 2400

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Custom Robo walkthroughs & guides

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Custom Robo FAQ

When did Custom Robo come out on the N64?

Custom Robo was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.

Who made Custom Robo?

It was developed by Noise Factory and published by Nintendo.

Is Custom Robo multiplayer?

Yes. Custom Robo supports up to 2 players.

How long does Custom Robo take to play?

As a role-playing game, Custom Robo typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Custom Robo 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.

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