The Goonies II is a 1987 platform adventure game developed and published by Konami. The game is a sequel to the 1986 adaptation of the original movie, with The Goonies II not actually existing as a film. It was released as an exclusive for the NES.
The design of The Goonies II took heavy inspiration from similar titles of the era such as Castlevania II: Simon’s Revenge, resulting in a strong critical reception for the game. Unfortunately, a lack of public sales figures for the game means that it isn’t clear whether the strong reviews translated into financial success.
The Goonies II Premise
©Screenshot from The Goonies II.
The gameplay sections of The Goonies II are separated into two parts. There are the platformer sections, which resemble a Castlevania title, and the first-person sections. The platformer elements make up the majority of the gameplay, with players exploring a non-linear map that allows them to go back and revisit previous sections. Exploration is done via ladders and doors, each of which leads to brand-new areas for Mikey to explore. These areas feature new enemies to defeat, ensuring every level is a unique experience. Every so often, the Fratellis (the antagonists of the game), will appear to chase Mikey, resulting in frantic gameplay.
After each level, the game enters the first-person perspective. These areas take inspiration from classic adventure games, allowing you to search through the rooms looking for hidden items. You can then use a lot of these items in the platformer sections. The first-person levels are also used as a way for you to find the other Goonies, advancing the plot in a big way. You can also find the Goonies via the Magic Locator Device, which can be picked up throughout gameplay. However, this is more relevant to the third-person gameplay.
The Goonies II offers a wide variety of weapons and abilities for you to use in combat. Mikey’s weapons include a yo-yo, a slingshot, and a boomerang. Each offers various ranges and power, giving you plenty of different ways to approach each different combat scenario. This doesn’t even touch on the Molotov cocktails and bombs, among other powerful weapons. There are even some underwater sections throughout the game, which add in a harpoon gun.
The Goonies II Main Characters
©Screenshot from The Goonies II.
Rather than retreading old ground, The Goonies II tells a brand-new story in that universe. The game follows on from the plot of the original movie, with all of the Goonies barring Mikey being captured by the Fratellis.
Here’s everything you need to know about all of the main characters in The Goonies II:
- Mikey: Mikey is the protagonist of The Goonies II. After the Fratellis have kidnapped his friends, Mikey must head out on an adventure to save them.
- Annie: Annie is an original character who never appeared in the original movie. She is a mermaid who, like the Goonies, has been captured by the Fratellis. Mikey is only able to find Annie after he has rescued the rest of his friends.
- The Goonies: The other six Goonies appear one by one throughout the game, with Mikey saving them individually after they were captured by the Fratellis.
- The Fratellis: The Fratellis have broken out of jail, and enact revenge on Mikey by kidnapping his friends. Over the course of the game, the Fratellis can appear to chase Mikey through the levels.
The Goonies II Titles in the Series
©Screenshot from The Goonies II.
During the 1980s, video game adaptations for movies were a dime a dozen. That’s where the original game in the series came from, as an adaptation of the hit movie, now a cult classic. Such was its popularity, a sequel game was produced despite no second movie ever existing.
That is where the history of Goonies games ends, though. The movie is now a cult classic but isn’t particularly relevant in this day and age. Because of this, no studio has felt it worth the effort to produce a new title based on The Goonies.
We don’t expect this to change either, barring any huge reboot of the film that the games are based on. It’s a franchise that right now, feels past its expiry date, and it’ll take something significant to change that.
- The Goonies (1986)
- The Goonies II (1987)
The Goonies II Cheat Codes
©Screenshot from The Goonies II.
Out of the box, The Goonies II has a few different cheats that you can use to start the game with a few useful items. You can do this from the “Continue” button, which can be found on the start screen of the game. Enter the cheat codes below to get the respective effects:
| Cheat Code | Cheat Code Effect |
|---|---|
| D<5 5I<” <99 55<C | Start the game with two keys and one bomb box. |
| N<5 5′<Q 5LH <<5S | Start the game with four keys, one bomb box, one fire box, and the boomerang. |
| T<5 5″<Y 5<M A<5U | Start the game with six keys, two bomb boxes, two fire boxes, and the boomerang. |
| K’O N248 4SR ”OOS | All items and Goonies. |
| H4O N4(left arrow)(right arrow) ‘7R 3 ‘ ‘ E | All items and no Goonies. |
| SugNY4wT!NUU!!uF | All items unlocked (PAL version of the game only). |
If you own a Game Genie cartridge on the NES (unlikely) or are playing The Goonies II on an emulator (more likely), then you can use Game Genie cheats to alter the game in far more dynamic ways. We’ve got a complete list of these cheats that you can use in the game. Simply find the Cheat Code section of your emulator, and input these codes here.
The Goonies II Game Genie Cheats
| Cheat Code | Cheat Code Effect |
|---|---|
| LEUAOPZA | Gives you mega-jump. |
| IEUEKPGA | Gives you better jumping boots on pick-up. |
| ALUEVPEY | Allows you to go down ladders anywhere. |
| IKVENEOG | Allows you to go down ladders anywhere when inside walls. |
| SXUASSVK | Gives you infinite bombs. |
| AZAALI | Gives you infinite energy. |
| SZNULOSE | Gives you infinite health. |
| SZUGUYVG | Gives you infinite lives. |
| SZVAESVK | Gives you infinite molotovs. |
| SZNEEVVK | Gives you infinite slingshots. |
| SSOOUZVI | Gives you infinite time. |
| EASEELAG EASESUVE NZSEKLLL | Allows you to jump while in mid-air. |
| SLXOTEVS | Automatically gives you the maximum boomerang range. |
| AOKULLEI APOLGLEI | You will no longer lose your boomerang. |
| OXOGYASX YOOKAAPO | Makes the game black and white. |
| PAXSZGLA | Start the game with one life. |
| GAUIZGZA AGUIYGAZ | Start the game with four energy cells. |
| TAXSZGLA | Start the game with six lives. |
| AAUIZGZE EAUIYGAZ | Start the game with eight energy cells. |
| PAXSZGLE | Start the game with nine lives. |
| IAVIAGPA | Start the game with the boomerang. |
| TAVIAGPA | Start the game with the boomerang, slingshot, and infinite ammo. |
| YAVIAGPA | Start the game with the boomerang, slingshot, bomb, and infinite ammo. |
| YPVIAGPE | Start the game with every item. |
| AAVIAGPE | Start the game with molotovs. |
| IESAPAPA | Gives you super speed. |
| AOSAYVOG APSAZYEY SZNAANSE | Allows you to walk through walls. |
The Goonies II Cheat Code FAQ
©Screenshot from The Goonies II.
How Do I Enter Cheats in The Goonies II?
Using the base game cheats in The Goonies II is extremely easy. From the game’s start screen, you’ll be prompted with two options: “Start,” or “Continue.” Press “Continue,” and you’ll be prompted to enter a password. This is where you enter the cheats!
What is the Invincibility Cheat in The Goonies II?
To become invincible in The Goonies II, you need to use the Game Genie cheats as opposed to the base game cheats. In your emulator, enter the code “SZNULOSE.” This will make you invincible to all damage and unable to die.
Does The Goonies II Have Achievements?
No. Unfortunately, the game was released far before any modern achievement system. The Goonies II also hasn’t seen any form of modern rerelease which may have seen the addition of achievements as players know them today.
If you’re playing The Goonies II in the modern day, you’ll have to make your own fun.
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