DuckTales 2 NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

DuckTales 2

Certified classic

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1993
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 15

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993, DuckTales 2 is a platformer developed by Capcom.

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 Battletoads & Double Dragon. Among the 191 NES platformers in our database, it ranks #18 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 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 DuckTales 2 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.

DuckTales 2 gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

DuckTales 2 cheats & codes

38 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite LivesGZXGZGVG
Take More DamageAPONPXAA
Take Less DamageGAONPXAA
Take Very Little DamageZAONPXAA
Start With Full EnergyASNKPAAL
Start With A Lot Less EnergyAONKPAAL

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DuckTales 2 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.

DuckTales 2 FAQ

When did DuckTales 2 come out on the NES?

DuckTales 2 was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.

Who made DuckTales 2?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is DuckTales 2 multiplayer?

No. DuckTales 2 is a single-player game.

How long does DuckTales 2 take to play?

As a platformer, DuckTales 2 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 DuckTales 2 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.

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