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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Peter Pan and the Pirates
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Equilibrium, Inc. |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Equilibrium, Inc. and published by THQ, Peter Pan and the Pirates arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as a platformer. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Fox's Peter Pan & the Pirates: The Revenge of Captain Hook.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
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 Peter Pan and the Pirates 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.
Peter Pan and the Pirates 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.
Peter Pan and the Pirates FAQ
When did Peter Pan and the Pirates come out on the NES?
Peter Pan and the Pirates was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Peter Pan and the Pirates?
It was developed by Equilibrium, Inc. and published by THQ.
Is Peter Pan and the Pirates multiplayer?
No. Peter Pan and the Pirates is a single-player game.
How long does Peter Pan and the Pirates take to play?
As a platformer, Peter Pan and the Pirates 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 Peter Pan and the Pirates 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.