Ghost'n Goblins NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

Ghost'n Goblins

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesGhost'n Goblins
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Ghost'n Goblins is a platformer developed by Capcom.

It is part of the Ghost'n Goblins series; on the NES you can also try Ghosts 'n Goblins. The series also appears on other systems with Ghouls 'n Ghosts (Genesis) and Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts (SNES). Capcom also made Mega Man, Mega Man 2 and Mega Man 3 for the NES.

Ghost'n Goblins 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 Ghost'n Goblins 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.

Ghost'n Goblins gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Ghost'n Goblins cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Infinite TimeSXOIGUVK
Invincibility Against Monsters/BulletsAVVYLIAZ
Weapon 1 In Level 5 Is The CrossPAVEPOZE
Weapon 2 In Level 5 Is The CrossPEXEPPTE

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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.

Ghost'n Goblins FAQ

Who made Ghost'n Goblins?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is Ghost'n Goblins multiplayer?

Yes. Ghost'n Goblins supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ghost'n Goblins take to play?

As a platformer, Ghost'n Goblins 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.

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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