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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Kid Kool
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Vic Tokai |
| Publisher | Vic Tokai |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Vic Tokai, Kid Kool arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as a platformer. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Kid Kool and the Quest for the Seven Wonder Herbs.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II.
Vic Tokai also made Clash at Demonhead, Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode and The Krion Conquest for the NES.
Kid Kool 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 Kid Kool 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 Kool cheats & codes
37 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With One Life | PAVGIALA |
|---|---|
| Start With Double Lives | TAVGIALA |
| Start With Triple Lives | PAVGIALE |
| One Life After Continue | PASKOILA |
| Infinite Lives | SZKKXIVG |
| Stop The Clock | VZOEOGVT |
Kid Kool 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.
Kid Kool FAQ
When did Kid Kool come out on the NES?
Kid Kool was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Kid Kool?
It was developed by Vic Tokai.
Is Kid Kool multiplayer?
No. Kid Kool is a single-player game.
How long does Kid Kool take to play?
As a platformer, Kid Kool 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 Kool 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.