Final Fantasy Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Akuma-kun
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Bandai Namco |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Akuma-kun is a role-playing game developed by Bandai Namco.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 63 NES RPGs in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Bandai Namco also made Xevious, Monster Party and Super Team Games for the NES.
Akuma-kun is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Akuma-kun 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.
Akuma-kun cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy (1st Character) | 0200:FF |
|---|---|
| Attack Continuously | 00DD:00 |
| No Random Battles | OZOYVGSK |
| Skip Intro Screen | AAKELZIA |
| Infinite Gold | 020C:FF
020D:AA |
| Maximum Experience | 0209:FF
020A:FF
020B:AA |
Akuma-kun walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Akuma-kun.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Akuma-kun FAQ
When did Akuma-kun come out on the NES?
Akuma-kun was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Akuma-kun?
It was developed by Bandai Namco.
Is Akuma-kun multiplayer?
No. Akuma-kun is a single-player game.
How long does Akuma-kun take to play?
As a role-playing game, Akuma-kun 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 Akuma-kun 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.