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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / RPG
Cowboy Kid
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer, RPG |
| Developer | Romstar Incorporated |
| Publisher | Romstar Incorporated |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Romstar Incorporated, Cowboy Kid arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a platformer. It blends platformer and RPG elements.
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.
Romstar Incorporated also made Magic Darts and Trojan for the NES.
Cowboy Kid supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Cowboy Kid 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.
Cowboy Kid cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | OUXKUUOO |
|---|---|
| Items You Cannot Afford Are Free | PANGXLAA |
| Infinite Lives | OUNKEUOO |
| Infinite Time | SZUSVOVK
AAVOAVAA |
| All Items Are Free | PANGXLAA
AOEGEUAU |
Cowboy Kid walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Cowboy Kid FAQ
When did Cowboy Kid come out on the NES?
Cowboy Kid was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Cowboy Kid?
It was developed by Romstar Incorporated.
Is Cowboy Kid multiplayer?
Yes. Cowboy Kid supports up to 2 players.
How long does Cowboy Kid take to play?
As a platformer, Cowboy Kid 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 Cowboy Kid 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.