Super Mario 64 Classic
Nintendo 64 · Platformer
Yoshi's Story
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Yoshi |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Developed by Nintendo, Yoshi's Story arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 as a platformer.
It came out in the N64's second year on the market. Other notable N64 releases from 1997 include GoldenEye 007, Star Fox 64 and FIFA: Road to World Cup 98. Among the 34 N64 platformers in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
It is part of the Yoshi series. The series also appears on other systems with Yoshi's Island DS (DS) and Yoshi Touch & Go (DS). Nintendo also made Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Mario Kart 64 for the N64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the N64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Yoshi's Story is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Yoshi's Story cheats & codes
85 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Slightly Longer Tongue | 8003D4FF 0074 |
|---|---|
| Enable Code (Must Be On) | DE000400 0000 |
| Additional Enable Code (Cheat Device 3.20 Or Higher Needed!) | EE000000 0000 |
| Activator 1 P1 | D00F9390 0000 |
| Activator 2 P1 | D00F9391 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D10F9390 0000 |
Yoshi's Story 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.
Yoshi's Story FAQ
When did Yoshi's Story come out on the N64?
Yoshi's Story was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997.
Who made Yoshi's Story?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Yoshi's Story multiplayer?
No. Yoshi's Story is a single-player game.
How long does Yoshi's Story take to play?
As a platformer, Yoshi's Story typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Yoshi's Story 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.