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TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Action / Puzzle
Chew Man Fu
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Puzzle |
| Developer | Now Production |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Chew Man Fu is an action game released in 1990 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by Now Production and published by NEC. It blends action and puzzle elements.
It came out in the TurboGrafx-16's second year on the market. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1990 include Bonk's Adventure, Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap and Klax. Among the 21 TurboGrafx-16 action games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Now Production also made Bravoman for the TurboGrafx-16.
Chew Man Fu supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Chew Man Fu is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Chew Man Fu cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f0912:02 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 1f00db:20 |
| Diamonds set to whatever you want up to 21 (Alternative) | 1f090e:15 |
| Infinite Time | 1f088b:93
1f088c:09 |
Chew Man Fu walkthroughs & guides
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
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Chew Man Fu FAQ
When did Chew Man Fu come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Chew Man Fu was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990.
Who made Chew Man Fu?
It was developed by Now Production and published by NEC.
Is Chew Man Fu multiplayer?
Yes. Chew Man Fu supports up to 2 players.
How long does Chew Man Fu take to play?
As an action game, Chew Man Fu typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Chew Man Fu 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.