Mega Man Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
The Goonies
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Goonies |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
The Goonies is an action game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Konami. It blends action 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 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
It is part of the Goonies series; on the NES you can also try The Goonies II. Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
The Goonies 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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Goonies 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 Goonies cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 00A1:18 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 0046:03 |
| Invincibility | 05F6:40 |
| Infinite Time | 0090:80 |
| Set Infinite Bombs | 05F3:FA |
| Set Infinite Keys | 05DF:04 |
The Goonies 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 FAQ
When did The Goonies come out on the NES?
The Goonies was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made The Goonies?
It was developed by Konami.
Is The Goonies multiplayer?
No. The Goonies is a single-player game.
How long does The Goonies take to play?
As an action game, The Goonies 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 Goonies 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.