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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Adventure
Frankenstein: The Monster Returns
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Bandai |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Frankenstein: The Monster Returns is an action game released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by TOSE and published by Bandai. It blends action and adventure elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded 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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Frankenstein: The Monster Returns 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.
Frankenstein: The Monster Returns cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Almost Infinite Energy | SXKELLSA |
|---|---|
| Start With 0 Continue | PEOGYPLA |
| Can't Collect Extra Energy | SZEEULSA |
| 1-Hit Kills | EEKAYLEL |
| Invincible | SZKEPASA
SZEGPASA |
Frankenstein: The Monster Returns 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.
Frankenstein: The Monster Returns FAQ
When did Frankenstein: The Monster Returns come out on the NES?
Frankenstein: The Monster Returns was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Frankenstein: The Monster Returns?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Bandai.
Is Frankenstein: The Monster Returns multiplayer?
No. Frankenstein: The Monster Returns is a single-player game.
How long does Frankenstein: The Monster Returns take to play?
As an action game, Frankenstein: The Monster Returns 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 Frankenstein: The Monster Returns 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.