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Puzznic
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Taito and published by Nintendo, Puzznic arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a puzzle game. 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.
Taito also made Arkanoid, Space Invaders and Bubble Bobble for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Puzznic 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.
Puzznic cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Game Genie). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Slower Timer | ITKIPXGL |
|---|---|
| Faster Timer | TPKIPXGU |
| Start On Level 2-1 | ZEUAIPAE |
| Start On Level 3-1 | GOUAIPAA |
| Start On Level 4-1 | TOUAIPAE |
| Start On Level 5-1 | AXUAIPAE |
Puzznic walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Puzznic.
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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.
Puzznic FAQ
When did Puzznic come out on the NES?
Puzznic was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Puzznic?
It was developed by Taito and published by Nintendo.
Is Puzznic multiplayer?
No. Puzznic is a single-player game.
How long does Puzznic take to play?
As a puzzle game, Puzznic 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 Puzznic 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.