Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Mappy
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Mappy |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 17 |
Mappy is a platformer released in 1984 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Namco.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1984 include Duck Hunt, Wild Gunman and F-1 Race. Among the 191 NES platformers in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mappy series; on the NES you can also try Mappy-Land and Mappy Kids. The series also appears on other systems with Mappy (Game Gear). Namco also made Pac-Man, Battle City and Galaga for the NES.
Mappy 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 Mappy 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.
Mappy cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 0070:02 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | AVISVZ |
| Infinite Lives | SLTGNX |
| Disable "Hurry!" Timer | GZENZLVT |
| Infinite Time Bonus Stages | GZEKUZVG |
| Disable Trap Floors | SXKYTEOO |
Mappy walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mappy.
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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.
Mappy FAQ
When did Mappy come out on the NES?
Mappy was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1984.
Who made Mappy?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Mappy multiplayer?
Yes. Mappy supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mappy take to play?
As a platformer, Mappy 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 Mappy 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.