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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Adventure
Kid Dracula
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Kid Dracula is a platformer developed by Konami. It blends platformer and adventure 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.
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 run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Kid Dracula 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.
Kid Dracula walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Kid Dracula.
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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.
Kid Dracula FAQ
When did Kid Dracula come out on the NES?
Kid Dracula was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Kid Dracula?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Kid Dracula multiplayer?
No. Kid Dracula is a single-player game.
How long does Kid Dracula take to play?
As a platformer, Kid Dracula 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 Kid Dracula 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.