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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Darkwing Duck
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Capcom, Darkwing Duck arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as an action game. It blends action and platformer 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. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
Capcom also made Mega Man, Mega Man 2 and Mega Man 3 for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Darkwing Duck 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.
Darkwing Duck cheats & codes
44 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 2 Lives | PYSKXPLY |
|---|---|
| Start With 6 Lives | IYSKXPLY |
| Start With 9 Lives | AYSKXPLN |
| Infinite Lives | GZOGSUVK |
| Infinite Gas (If You Avoid The "Go" Missions) | AVUEUOSZ |
| Infinite Strength | AVVNSOOG |
Darkwing Duck 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.
Darkwing Duck FAQ
When did Darkwing Duck come out on the NES?
Darkwing Duck was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Darkwing Duck?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Darkwing Duck multiplayer?
No. Darkwing Duck is a single-player game.
How long does Darkwing Duck take to play?
As an action game, Darkwing Duck 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 Darkwing Duck 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.