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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Adventure
Moon Crystal
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | HectorSoft |
| Publisher | HectorSoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by HectorSoft, Moon Crystal arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a platformer. It blends platformer and adventure elements.
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.
HectorSoft also made Business Wars for the NES.
Moon Crystal is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Moon Crystal 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.
Moon Crystal cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Inf Lives | 05ED:03 |
|---|---|
| Inf Health | 05F0:04 |
| Always have 5 large hearts | 05EC:05 |
| Always have sword and double jump | 05EB:03 |
| Inf Time while escaping the lab | 03AE:4F |
| Bosses die automatically | 0607:00 |
Moon Crystal walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Moon Crystal.
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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.
Moon Crystal FAQ
When did Moon Crystal come out on the NES?
Moon Crystal was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Moon Crystal?
It was developed by HectorSoft.
Is Moon Crystal multiplayer?
No. Moon Crystal is a single-player game.
How long does Moon Crystal take to play?
As a platformer, Moon Crystal 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 Moon Crystal 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.