Monkey Magic PS1 box art

PlayStation · Platformer / Action

Monkey Magic

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released1999
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperB-Factory
PublisherSunsoft
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Monkey Magic is a platformer released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by B-Factory and published by Sunsoft. It blends platformer and action elements.

It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Monkey Magic is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Monkey Magic gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Monkey Magic cheats & codes

3 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Lives8006EF38 0004
Infinite Magic Spells (Upon Pick-Up)8006EF30 0064
Infinite Health80085CA4 012C

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Monkey Magic walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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Monkey Magic FAQ

When did Monkey Magic come out on the PS1?

Monkey Magic was released for the PlayStation in 1999.

Who made Monkey Magic?

It was developed by B-Factory and published by Sunsoft.

Is Monkey Magic multiplayer?

No. Monkey Magic is a single-player game.

How long does Monkey Magic take to play?

As a platformer, Monkey Magic 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 Monkey Magic 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.

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