• Studio: Atari Games
  • Design: Carl Bedard,John Salwitz,Dave Ralston,Russel Dawe
  • Music: Hal Canon,Earl Vickers
  • This Game is: 41 years old / 1984
  • Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
  • Manual: View PDF
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Description

"Jump into a world of nostalgia with the retro arcade game, Paperboy. Developed and published by Atari Games and Midway Games in 1985, this game takes you on a thrilling journey as a paperboy, delivering The Daily Sun to subscribers on a suburban street. Navigate the neighborhood on a bicycle, dodge hazards, and aim for perfect deliveries to score high. The game features different difficulty levels and lasts for seven in-game days. With its unique handlebar controls and engaging gameplay, Paperboy offers a taste of classic arcade action. Whether you're a fan of old-school platformers or a retro gaming enthusiast, Paperboy promises to deliver a memorable gaming experience.

Game Controls

In the NES version of Paperboy, the game is controlled via a cross-shaped joypad and two action buttons. Accelerate or decelerate with up or down arrow keys. Navigate with left or right arrow keys. Use the A (or B) button to throw a paper. Choose between a one or two player game with the Select button on the title screen. Press Start to begin a new game or pause mid-game. Check the game manual for a detailed description of controls.

Q
(Eject)
E
(Swap Disks)
Enter
(Start)
Z
(A)
X
(B)
V
(Select)