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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Platformer
The Goonies II
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Goonies |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987, The Goonies II is an action-adventure game developed by Konami. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
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 68 NES action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
It is part of the Goonies series; on the NES you can also try The Goonies. Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse 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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Goonies II is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
The Goonies II cheats & codes
57 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZUGUYVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PAXSZGLA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TAXSZGLA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PAXSZGLE |
| Start With Boomerang | IAVIAGPA |
| Always Have Mega-Jump | LEUAOPZA |
The Goonies II 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 Goonies II FAQ
When did The Goonies II come out on the NES?
The Goonies II was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made The Goonies II?
It was developed by Konami.
Is The Goonies II multiplayer?
No. The Goonies II is a single-player game.
How long does The Goonies II take to play?
As an action-adventure game, The Goonies II 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 The Goonies II 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.