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Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle
Pipe Mania
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Assembly Line, The |
| Publisher | Bullet Proof Software |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Assembly Line, The and published by Bullet Proof Software, Pipe Mania arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a puzzle game. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Pipe Dream. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
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. Among the 49 NES puzzle games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
Pipe Mania supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Pipe Mania is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Pipe Mania cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Wrench | PAOALPLA |
|---|---|
| Start With 6 Wrenches | TAOALPLA |
| Start With 9 Wrenches | PAOALPLE |
| Infinite Wrenches | SZKTPUVK |
| One-Way Pipes From Level 1 | AAOGZZIA |
| One-Way Pipes From Level 5 | IAOGAZLA |
Pipe Mania walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pipe Mania.
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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.
Pipe Mania FAQ
When did Pipe Mania come out on the NES?
Pipe Mania was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Pipe Mania?
It was developed by Assembly Line, The and published by Bullet Proof Software.
Is Pipe Mania multiplayer?
Yes. Pipe Mania supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pipe Mania take to play?
As a puzzle game, Pipe Mania 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.
Read more about Pipe Mania 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.