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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Puzzle
Gyromite
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Platformer, Puzzle |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Developed by Nintendo, Gyromite arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985 as a platformer. It blends platformer and puzzle elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber.
Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
Gyromite 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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Gyromite 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.
Gyromite cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Game Genie). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SUZAAI |
|---|---|
| Slow Down Timer | ZEAAUS |
| Start With 1 Life | PEUAGLIA |
| Start With 10 Lives | ZEUAGLIE |
| Start With 20 Lives | GOUAGLIA |
Gyromite walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Gyromite.
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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.
Gyromite FAQ
When did Gyromite come out on the NES?
Gyromite was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985.
Who made Gyromite?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Gyromite multiplayer?
Yes. Gyromite supports up to 2 players.
How long does Gyromite take to play?
As a platformer, Gyromite 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 Gyromite 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.