Arkanoid Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Strategy
Mendel Palace
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action, Strategy |
| Developer | Game Freak |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Mendel Palace is an action game developed by Game Freak and published by Hudson. It blends action and strategy elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
Game Freak also made Yoshi for the NES.
Mendel Palace supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Mendel Palace is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Mendel Palace cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SLSIXXVS |
|---|---|
| 1 Life | AAVZLPZA |
| 5 Lives | IAVZLPZA |
| 9 Lives | AAVZLPZE |
| Player 1 Has More Lives | KEXLXKSE |
| Player 2 Has More Lives | KEXLSKSE |
Mendel Palace 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.
Mendel Palace FAQ
When did Mendel Palace come out on the NES?
Mendel Palace was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Mendel Palace?
It was developed by Game Freak and published by Hudson.
Is Mendel Palace multiplayer?
Yes. Mendel Palace supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mendel Palace take to play?
As an action game, Mendel Palace 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 Mendel Palace 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.