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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Sports
Paperboy
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1985) |
| Genre | Action, Sports |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Mindscape |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Paperboy |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Atari and published by Mindscape, Paperboy arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as an action game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends action and sports 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.
It is part of the Paperboy series; on the NES you can also try Paperboy 2. The series also appears on other systems with Paperboy (N64) and Paperboy 2 (SNES). Atari also made 720°, Vindicators and Millipede for the NES.
Paperboy supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Paperboy is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Paperboy cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXSEVZVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PAUOEIGA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TAUOEIGA |
| Infinite Papers | OZNOKAVK |
| Start With 20 Papers | GOXAUOZA |
| Gain 20 Papers On Pick-Up | GPUONUZA |
Paperboy 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.
Paperboy FAQ
When did Paperboy come out on the NES?
Paperboy was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1985.
Who made Paperboy?
It was developed by Atari and published by Mindscape.
Is Paperboy multiplayer?
Yes. Paperboy supports up to 2 players.
How long does Paperboy take to play?
As an action game, Paperboy 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 Paperboy 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.