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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Cool World
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Ocean |
| Publisher | Ocean |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993, Cool World is a platformer developed by Ocean.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2.
Ocean also made Lemmings, Jurassic Park and The Addams Family: Pugsley's Scavenger Hunt for the NES.
Cool World is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Cool World 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.
Cool World cheats & codes
36 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | GXUVTKVK |
|---|---|
| Lots Of Erasers | AZNZEYAE |
| Start With 3 Bombs | LEVLGZPA |
| Start With 6 Bombs | TEVLGZPA |
| Start With 9 Bombs | PEVLGZPE |
| Infinite Bombs | SXSTOTVG |
Cool World walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Cool World.
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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.
Cool World FAQ
When did Cool World come out on the NES?
Cool World was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Cool World?
It was developed by Ocean.
Is Cool World multiplayer?
No. Cool World is a single-player game.
How long does Cool World take to play?
As a platformer, Cool World 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 Cool World 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.