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Nintendo Entertainment System · Adventure
Sanma no Meitantei
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Sanma no Meitantei is an adventure game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Namco.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man. Among the 29 NES adventure games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
Namco also made Pac-Man, Battle City and Mappy for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sanma no Meitantei is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Sanma no Meitantei walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sanma no Meitantei.
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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.
Sanma no Meitantei FAQ
When did Sanma no Meitantei come out on the NES?
Sanma no Meitantei was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Sanma no Meitantei?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Sanma no Meitantei multiplayer?
No. Sanma no Meitantei is a single-player game.
How long does Sanma no Meitantei take to play?
As an adventure game, Sanma no Meitantei typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Sanma no Meitantei 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.