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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Strategy
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Strategy, Adventure |
| Developer | Human |
| Publisher | Bandai |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island is an action game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Human and published by Bandai. It blends action, strategy 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.
Human also made Kabuki Quantum Fighter, Michael Andretti's World GP and Dance Aerobics for the NES.
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Adventures of Gilligan's Island is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island cheats & codes
40 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 9 Ropes | PAXSEIZE |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Rope | PAXSEIZA |
| Infinite Rope | SZSUAUVK |
| Start With 9 Units Of Food | PAXIUIZE |
| Start With 1 Unit Of Food | PAXIUIZA |
| Infinite Supply Of Food | SZXUIUVK |
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island 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.
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island FAQ
When did The Adventures of Gilligan's Island come out on the NES?
The Adventures of Gilligan's Island was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made The Adventures of Gilligan's Island?
It was developed by Human and published by Bandai.
Is The Adventures of Gilligan's Island multiplayer?
No. The Adventures of Gilligan's Island is a single-player game.
How long does The Adventures of Gilligan's Island take to play?
As an action game, The Adventures of Gilligan's Island 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 The Adventures of Gilligan's Island 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.