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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Monster Party
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Bandai Namco |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Monster Party is a platformer developed by Bandai Namco.
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.
Bandai Namco also made Akuma-kun, Xevious and Super Team Games for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Monster Party 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 Party cheats & codes
46 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Take No Damage, Except From Guardians | SXXAYYVG |
|---|---|
| Take No Damage From Guardians | VVXAIYVG |
| Start On Level 2 | PAKOZIAA |
| Start On Level 3 | ZAKOZIAA |
| Start On Level 4 | LAKOZIAA |
| Start On Level 5 | GAKOZIAA |
Monster Party walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Monster Party.
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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 Party FAQ
When did Monster Party come out on the NES?
Monster Party was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Monster Party?
It was developed by Bandai Namco.
Is Monster Party multiplayer?
No. Monster Party is a single-player game.
How long does Monster Party take to play?
As a platformer, Monster Party 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 Party 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.