Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shooter
Pooyan
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 (originally 1982) |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Pooyan is an action game released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Hudson and published by Konami. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1982. It blends action and shooter elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber.
Hudson also made Adventure Island 3, Bomberman II and Faxanadu for the NES.
Pooyan 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 Pooyan 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.
Pooyan cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXKGZGVG |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | ATUIEGSZ |
| Instantly Win All Stages | OZVGILSX
AAVGTLLI |
| Hit Anywhere Arrows | AIVSZLEP
IPVSLLTL |
Pooyan 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.
Pooyan FAQ
When did Pooyan come out on the NES?
Pooyan was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985; the original game dates back to 1982.
Who made Pooyan?
It was developed by Hudson and published by Konami.
Is Pooyan multiplayer?
Yes. Pooyan supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pooyan take to play?
As an action game, Pooyan 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 Pooyan 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.