Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego?
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Brøderbund Software |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Carmen Sandiego |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? is a puzzle game developed by Brøderbund Software and published by Konami. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
It is part of the Carmen Sandiego series. The series also appears on other systems with Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (SNES) and Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (Genesis). Brøderbund Software also made Prince of Persia, Championship Lode Runner and Choplifter for the NES.
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? 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.
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 0075:3F |
|---|---|
| Start With 99 Hours | 0484:3F |
| Infinite Time | SZXOIYVG |
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? 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.
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? FAQ
When did Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? come out on the NES?
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego??
It was developed by Brøderbund Software and published by Konami.
Is Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? multiplayer?
No. Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? is a single-player game.
How long does Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? take to play?
As a puzzle game, Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? 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 Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? 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.