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POOYAN
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POOYAN is an action arcade game developed by Hudson in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System. In this 2-player game, you control a bow-wielding character defending against enemies descending on colored balloons. Gameplay occurs on a single screen where you move horizontally while shooting arrows upward at incoming threats. Enemies appear in waves with progressively harder patterns and speeds. Precise timing is crucial—you must shoot accurately while dodging return fire and positioning strategically. The goal is to survive each wave and eliminate all enemies to advance. Controls are straightforward: directional buttons move your character, and a fire button shoots arrows. The game features simultaneous two-player action, allowing cooperative defense or competitive scoring. Different wave configurations present varied challenges, requiring players to adapt their strategy and reflexes.
- Developer
- Hudson
- Released
- 1985
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Puzzle
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 (9.5K)
- Last updated
POOYAN Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for POOYAN on our in-browser NES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
POOYAN Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of POOYAN on NES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"POOYAN" NES longplay 1985
POOYAN Cheat Codes
4 community-curated cheats for POOYAN. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Instantly Win All Stages
OZVGILSX+AAVGTLLI -
Infinite Lives
SXKGZGVG -
Invincibility
ATUIEGSZ -
Hit Anywhere Arrows
AIVSZLEP+IPVSLLTL
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was POOYAN released?
POOYAN was released in 1985 for the NES.
Who developed POOYAN?
POOYAN was developed by Hudson, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does POOYAN support?
POOYAN supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the NES.
What type of game is POOYAN?
POOYAN is a Puzzle game for the NES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play POOYAN for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — POOYAN runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play POOYAN in the browser?
No. POOYAN streams from a public archive into a browser-side NES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in POOYAN?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original NES cartridge supported.
Does POOYAN work on mobile devices?
Yes — the NES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play POOYAN this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of POOYAN. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
