Nintendo Entertainment System · Adventure
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Sculptured Software |
| Publisher | Electro Brain Corp. |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston is an adventure game developed by Sculptured Software and published by Electro Brain Corp..
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie. Among the 29 NES adventure games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
Sculptured Software also made Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Eliminator Boat Duel for the NES.
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston 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.
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | SZEGYUSE |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time On The Continue Screen | XTSXXYVK |
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston 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.
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston FAQ
When did Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston come out on the NES?
Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston?
It was developed by Sculptured Software and published by Electro Brain Corp..
Is Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston multiplayer?
No. Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston is a single-player game.
How long does Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston take to play?
As an adventure game, Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston 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 Stanley: The Search for Dr. Livingston 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.