Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Board, Card & Party

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1990
GenreBoard, Card & Party
DeveloperSoftware Creations
PublisherLJN
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw is a board, card or party game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Software Creations and published by LJN.

It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.

Software Creations also made Silver Surfer, Solstice and Treasure Master for the NES.

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want action or story rather than tabletop-style play
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw is like

Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.

Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw cheats & codes

3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

Infinite Time0084:20
Move Anywhere On The Board0089:01
Infinite Time0084:8F

See all Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw cheats

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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.

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw FAQ

When did Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw come out on the NES?

Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.

Who made Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw?

It was developed by Software Creations and published by LJN.

Is Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw multiplayer?

No. Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw is a single-player game.

How long does Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Pictionary: The Game of Video Quick Draw typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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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