Puss in Boots DS box art

Nintendo DS · Action

Puss in Boots

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAction
DeveloperBlitz Games
PublisherTHQ
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Puss in Boots is an action game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Blitz Games and published by THQ.

Blitz Games also made iCarly, SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab and SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis for the DS.

Puss in Boots supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Puss in Boots 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.

Puss in Boots gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Puss in Boots walkthroughs & guides

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Puss in Boots FAQ

Who made Puss in Boots?

It was developed by Blitz Games and published by THQ.

Is Puss in Boots multiplayer?

Yes. Puss in Boots supports up to 2 players.

How long does Puss in Boots take to play?

As an action game, Puss in Boots 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 Puss in Boots 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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