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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Layla
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | DB Soft |
| Publisher | DB Soft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by DB Soft, Layla arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986 as a platformer.
It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest.
DB Soft also made Flappy, Volguard II and Woody Poko 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Layla 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.
Layla cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | SXSTTPVG |
|---|---|
| Infinite Machine Gun Ammo | SXVIPGVG |
| Infinite Dynamite Sticks | SXVSPIVG |
| Infinite Grenades | SZOSYIVG |
Layla walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Layla.
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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.
Layla FAQ
When did Layla come out on the NES?
Layla was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.
Who made Layla?
It was developed by DB Soft.
Is Layla multiplayer?
No. Layla is a single-player game.
How long does Layla take to play?
As a platformer, Layla 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 Layla 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.