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Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle
Solomon's Key
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Solomon's Key is a puzzle game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Tecmo. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.
Tecmo also made Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos and Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom for the NES.
Solomon's Key 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 story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Solomon's Key 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.
Solomon's Key cheats & codes
37 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | XTKKKEXK |
|---|---|
| Indestructible Fireball | GZOXLAAX |
| Continuous Fairies | AAXZIALZ |
| Start With 40,000 Life Points | KAXOOEVE |
| Start On Last Level Reached | GZUPTOSE |
| Start On Next Level | VTUPTOSE |
Solomon's Key walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Solomon's Key.
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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.
Solomon's Key FAQ
When did Solomon's Key come out on the NES?
Solomon's Key was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Solomon's Key?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Solomon's Key multiplayer?
No. Solomon's Key is a single-player game.
How long does Solomon's Key take to play?
As a puzzle game, Solomon's Key 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 Solomon's Key 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.