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Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle
Moai-kun
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Konami, Moai-kun arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a puzzle game.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Moai-kun is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Moai-kun cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZOAUGVG |
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Moai-kun walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Moai-kun.
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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.
Moai-kun FAQ
When did Moai-kun come out on the NES?
Moai-kun was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Moai-kun?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Moai-kun multiplayer?
No. Moai-kun is a single-player game.
How long does Moai-kun take to play?
As a puzzle game, Moai-kun typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Moai-kun 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.