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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / RPG
Times of Lore
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, RPG, Adventure |
| Developer | Origin Systems |
| Publisher | Toho Company |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Origin Systems and published by Toho Company, Times of Lore arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as an action-adventure game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends action-adventure, RPG 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.
Origin Systems also made Ultima: Warriors of Destiny 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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
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 Times of Lore 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.
Times of Lore cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 052E:FF |
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Times of Lore 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.
Times of Lore FAQ
When did Times of Lore come out on the NES?
Times of Lore was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Times of Lore?
It was developed by Origin Systems and published by Toho Company.
Is Times of Lore multiplayer?
No. Times of Lore is a single-player game.
How long does Times of Lore take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Times of Lore 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 Times of Lore 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.