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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Puzzle
Gremlins 2: The New Batch
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer, Puzzle, Shooter |
| Developer | Sunsoft |
| Publisher | Sunsoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Gremlins |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Sunsoft, Gremlins 2: The New Batch arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a platformer. It blends platformer, puzzle and shooter elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
It is part of the Gremlins series. The series also appears on other systems with Gremlins (2600) and Gremlins: Stripe vs. Gizmo (GBA). Sunsoft also made Blaster Master, Gimmick! and Batman: The Video Game for the NES.
Gremlins 2: The New Batch is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Gremlins 2: The New Batch 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.
Gremlins 2: The New Batch cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 5 Lives | GAEGEAAA |
|---|---|
| Start With 10 Lives | PAEGEAAE |
| Start With 3 Balloons | LAEGSAPA |
| Start With 6 Balloons | TAEGSAPA |
| Infinite Lives | SZNETEVK |
| Infinite Balloons | SZXEUXVK |
Gremlins 2: The New Batch 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.
Gremlins 2: The New Batch FAQ
When did Gremlins 2: The New Batch come out on the NES?
Gremlins 2: The New Batch was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Gremlins 2: The New Batch?
It was developed by Sunsoft.
Is Gremlins 2: The New Batch multiplayer?
No. Gremlins 2: The New Batch is a single-player game.
How long does Gremlins 2: The New Batch take to play?
As a platformer, Gremlins 2: The New Batch 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.
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