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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Platformer
Milon's Secret Castle
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988, Milon's Secret Castle is an action-adventure game developed by Hudson. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
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.
Hudson also made Adventure Island 3, Bomberman II and Faxanadu for the NES.
Milon's Secret Castle is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Milon's Secret Castle is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Milon's Secret Castle cheats & codes
45 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | SZNSLZSA |
|---|---|
| Start With More Energy | AGSEEZAZ |
| Start With A Bigger Energy Bar | AISAOXAL |
| No Energy Picked Up | AEKGNXAA |
| More Energy Picked Up | AOKGNXAE |
| Floating Milon | ASNPVZLA |
Milon's Secret Castle 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.
Milon's Secret Castle FAQ
When did Milon's Secret Castle come out on the NES?
Milon's Secret Castle was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Milon's Secret Castle?
It was developed by Hudson.
Is Milon's Secret Castle multiplayer?
No. Milon's Secret Castle is a single-player game.
How long does Milon's Secret Castle take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Milon's Secret Castle typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Milon's Secret Castle 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.