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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Barbie
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Imagineer |
| Publisher | Hi Tech Expressions |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Barbie |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, Barbie is a platformer developed by Imagineer and published by Hi Tech Expressions.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
It is part of the Barbie series. The series also appears on other systems with Barbie: Super Model (SNES) and Barbie: Super Model (Genesis). Imagineer also made The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World and The Simpsons: Bartman Meets Radioactive Man for the NES.
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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the NES'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 Barbie 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.
Barbie cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Z's On Dream Meter | SXKSKNVK |
|---|---|
| Start With Nine Z's On Dream Meter | PEEZEZIE |
| Start With One Z | PEEZEZIA |
| Can Re-Enter Barbie's Dream An Infinite Number Of Times | SZVAAVVK |
| Cannot Re-Enter Barbie's Dream | AEEEYAZA |
Barbie walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Barbie.
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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.
Barbie FAQ
When did Barbie come out on the NES?
Barbie was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Barbie?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by Hi Tech Expressions.
Is Barbie multiplayer?
No. Barbie is a single-player game.
How long does Barbie take to play?
As a platformer, Barbie 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 Barbie 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.