Monster in My Pocket NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

Monster in My Pocket

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1992
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperKonami
PublisherPalcom
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 8

Developed by Konami and published by Palcom, Monster in My Pocket arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a platformer.

It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.

Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.

Monster in My Pocket 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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Monster in My Pocket 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.

Monster in My Pocket gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Monster in My Pocket cheats & codes

37 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Lives P1 & P2SLSAASVS
Infinite Energy P1 & P2SUSEIVVS
Infinite Lives (Only For Player 1)SAZEGS
Virtually InvincibleAAAETV
Get Lives FasterTAZEGS
Infinite Lives [BOTH Players!]VTSAASVS

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Monster in My Pocket 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.

Monster in My Pocket FAQ

When did Monster in My Pocket come out on the NES?

Monster in My Pocket was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.

Who made Monster in My Pocket?

It was developed by Konami and published by Palcom.

Is Monster in My Pocket multiplayer?

Yes. Monster in My Pocket supports up to 2 players.

How long does Monster in My Pocket take to play?

As a platformer, Monster in My Pocket 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 Monster in My Pocket 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.

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