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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Adventure
Booby Kids
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Nichibutsu |
| Publisher | Nichibutsu |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Booby Kids is an action game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Nichibutsu. It blends action and adventure elements.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.
Nichibutsu also made Crazy Climber, Terra Cresta and Seicross for the NES.
Booby Kids 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 NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Booby Kids 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.
Booby Kids cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 0799:02 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | SLSKPOVS |
| Invincibility | ENXTYAEI |
| Infinite Time | GNEGOSSA |
| Infinite Bombs | XASVAUSZ |
| Invincibility | EOOTGAEY |
Booby Kids walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Booby Kids.
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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.
Booby Kids FAQ
When did Booby Kids come out on the NES?
Booby Kids was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Booby Kids?
It was developed by Nichibutsu.
Is Booby Kids multiplayer?
Yes. Booby Kids supports up to 2 players.
How long does Booby Kids take to play?
As an action game, Booby Kids 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 Booby Kids 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.