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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Platformer
Ganbare Goemon 2
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Ganbare Goemon |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Ganbare Goemon 2 is an action-adventure game released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Konami. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
It is part of the Ganbare Goemon series. The series also appears on other systems with The Legend of the Mystical Ninja (SNES) and Ganbare Goemon: Sarawareta Ebisumaru! (Game Boy). Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ganbare Goemon 2 is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Ganbare Goemon 2 cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXUTTXVS |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | SLKKKOSO |
| 3 Passes | 07D2:03 |
| All Items | 07C8:FF |
| Infinite Candle Time | 07E3:09 |
| Goemon's Lives | 07AE:01 |
Ganbare Goemon 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.
Ganbare Goemon 2 FAQ
When did Ganbare Goemon 2 come out on the NES?
Ganbare Goemon 2 was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Ganbare Goemon 2?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Ganbare Goemon 2 multiplayer?
No. Ganbare Goemon 2 is a single-player game.
How long does Ganbare Goemon 2 take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Ganbare Goemon 2 typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Ganbare Goemon 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.