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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Puzzle
Solstice
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer, Puzzle, Adventure |
| Developer | Software Creations |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Software Creations and published by Nintendo, Solstice arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a platformer. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Solstice: The Quest for the Staff of Demnos. It blends platformer, puzzle and adventure elements.
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.
Software Creations also made Silver Surfer, Treasure Master and Wolverine for the NES.
Solstice is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Solstice is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Solstice cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZSESXVK |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PAKAVIGA |
| Start With 8 Lives | AAKAVIGE |
| 1 Life After Continue | PAXELPLA |
| 8 Lives After Continue | AAXELPLE |
| Start With Full Flasks Of Potions | GAOEUIZA |
Solstice walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Solstice.
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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.
Solstice FAQ
When did Solstice come out on the NES?
Solstice was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Solstice?
It was developed by Software Creations and published by Nintendo.
Is Solstice multiplayer?
No. Solstice is a single-player game.
How long does Solstice take to play?
As a platformer, Solstice 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 Solstice 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.