Nintendo Entertainment System · Board, Card & Party
Wheel of Fortune
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Board, Card & Party |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | GameTek |
| Players | 1–3 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Wheel of Fortune |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988, Wheel of Fortune is a board, card or party game developed by Rareware and published by GameTek.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 22 NES board, card & party games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Wheel of Fortune series; on the NES you can also try Wheel of Fortune: Family Edition, Wheel of Fortune: Featuring Vanna White and Wheel of Fortune: Junior Edition. The series also appears on other systems with Wheel of Fortune (N64). Rareware also made Battletoads, Battletoads & Double Dragon and Cobra Triangle for the NES.
Wheel of Fortune supports up to 3 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 action or story rather than tabletop-style play
What playing Wheel of Fortune is like
Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.
Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.
Wheel of Fortune cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Less Time To Solve | GPUUISAZ |
|---|---|
| More Time To Solve | GLUUISAX |
| Less Time For Choosing | YENOIAYA
GEKPOAYA |
| More Time For Choosing | YENOIAYE
YEKPOAYE |
Wheel of Fortune 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.
Wheel of Fortune FAQ
When did Wheel of Fortune come out on the NES?
Wheel of Fortune was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Wheel of Fortune?
It was developed by Rareware and published by GameTek.
Is Wheel of Fortune multiplayer?
Yes. Wheel of Fortune supports up to 3 players.
How long does Wheel of Fortune take to play?
As a board, card or party game, Wheel of Fortune 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.
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.