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Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle / Strategy
The Great Waldo Search
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Radiance Software |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Radiance Software and published by THQ, The Great Waldo Search arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a puzzle game. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
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.
The Great Waldo Search supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing The Great Waldo Search is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
The Great Waldo Search cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Only Need To Find Waldo To Complete The Level | EKEIXTEA |
|---|---|
| Only Need To Find The Magic Scroll | EKXSNTAG |
| Faster Timer | ZEKKOTPA |
| Much Faster Timer | GEKKOTPA |
| Extra Clocks Last Forever | SXSGKTVG |
| Extra Clocks Worth Nothing | SZXINYVT |
The Great Waldo Search 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 Great Waldo Search FAQ
When did The Great Waldo Search come out on the NES?
The Great Waldo Search was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made The Great Waldo Search?
It was developed by Radiance Software and published by THQ.
Is The Great Waldo Search multiplayer?
Yes. The Great Waldo Search supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Great Waldo Search take to play?
As a puzzle game, The Great Waldo Search typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Great Waldo Search 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.