Nintendo 64 · Action / Sports
Paperboy
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 (originally 1985) |
| Genre | Action, Sports |
| Developer | High Voltage Software |
| Publisher | Midway |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Paperboy |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 7 |
Developed by High Voltage Software and published by Midway, Paperboy arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1999 as an action game. This N64 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends action and sports 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 23 N64 action games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the Paperboy series. The series also appears on other systems with Paperboy (NES) and Paperboy 2 (SNES).
Paperboy is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 N64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Paperboy is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Paperboy cheats & codes
220 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Training Level Finished/Alphaville | 8006A4FF 0001 |
|---|---|
| Alphaville Bonus | 8006A503 0001 |
| Alphaville Level Finished/Alice's RV Haven | 8006A507 0001 |
| Aliice's RV Haven Bonus | 8006A50B 0001 |
| Aliice's RV Haven Finished/Moose Pellet Park | 8006A50F 0001 |
| Moose Pellet Park Bonus | 8006A513 0001 |
Paperboy walkthroughs & guides
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Paperboy FAQ
When did Paperboy come out on the N64?
Paperboy was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999; the original game dates back to 1985.
Who made Paperboy?
It was developed by High Voltage Software and published by Midway.
Is Paperboy multiplayer?
No. Paperboy is a single-player game.
How long does Paperboy take to play?
As an action game, Paperboy 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 Paperboy 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.