Most Popular Nintendo Entertainment System Games - Page 2
Shatterhand
1991
Shatterhand
1991
star 7.9Imagine packing the power of 100 strategic missiles in every punch. Imagine needing every single megaton just to hold your own against a cybernetic army of metallic monstrosities. That's the guts of Shatterhand, the game that redefines hand-to-hand combat in the 21st century... along with all the standards for single-player action games for the NES. Seven levels of programmed adventure - you choose the action! State-of-the-art graphics featuring 8-direction scrolling! "Anti-gravity" levels force you to fight upside-down! Armed "satellite robots" assist you in battle. No arms on Earth can withstand the power in your hands! This port is a localized version with differences such as different graphics for characters and items, different story and opening, and the most substantial change is Area C which is a carnival stage in the original but here it was replaced with a nuclear-submarine stage.Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
1989
star 1.7Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a 1988 side-scrolling action video game for the Nintendo Entertainment System loosely based on the novel Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. Gameplay alternates between the characters of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde based on the player's ability to either avoid or cause damage.Snake's Revenge
1990
Snake's Revenge
1990
star 6Snake's Revenge is a stealth action-adventure game developed by Konami for the Nintendo Entertainment System. Serving as a standalone sequel to Metal Gear, it was released in North America and the PAL region, capitalising on the international success of the NES version. Notably, this instalment was created without the involvement of series creator Hideo Kojima. Meanwhile, Kojima went on to develop a separate sequel for the MSX2 titled Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, which debuted later in the same year in Japan.Eliminator Boat Duel
1991
Eliminator Boat Duel
1991
star 7.6Drivers earn thousands of dollars by competing in hydroplane races, setting track records, rescuing stranded people, and collecting cash bonuses. With these winnings they can repair or upgrade various components of the hydroplane to improve racing performance and remain competitive in the increasingly-difficult races. Eliminator Boat Duel offers three difficulty levels: Easy, Normal, and Expert. Completing a race at a lower difficulty level advances the player to the next higher one. At each difficulty level, the player's hydroplane can be damaged from impact with animals, the opponent's hydroplane, and various stationary objects. A false start is penalized with a $2,000 fine. For most of a race, players control their hydroplanes from a bird's-eye view, and the screen scrolls in multiple directions; but in one segment of the race, the graphical perspective changes to a third-person tracking mode. In a single-player game, the player competes first with Seasick Sidney (in Easy mode), with Aquarius Rex (in Normal modeAdventures of Lolo 3
1991
Adventures of Lolo 3
1991
star 7.2The journey continues! The game preferred by the best and the brightest is back with a brand new installment. See if you qualify! Seventeen levels, one hundred rooms. Play as either Lolo or Lala. Underwater levels with new challenges. Lolo's Grandpa teaches you the tricks of the game. New tactics, techniques and characters.Cobra Triangle
1989
Cobra Triangle
1989
star 6.9in Cobra Triangle the player controls a weapon-equipped speedboat through 25 levels. Objectives include winning races, saving swimmers, and defusing bombs. The game also includes power-ups and is displayed from a 3D isometric perspective with automatic scrolling that follows the player's movement.Back to the Future
1989
Back to the Future
1989
star 4.4Back to the Future is a Nintendo Entertainment System game developed by Beam Software and loosely modeled after the popular film of the same name. It was followed by a sequel game which covered the second and third films in the Back to the Future movie franchise.The Karate Kid
1987
The Karate Kid
1987
star 5.6The Karate Kid was a game published by LJN for the NES. It is loosely based on The Karate Kid, Part II.Jaws
1987
Jaws
1987
star 4Jaw is an action-adventure game based on the popular movie franchise. Players control a diver and a boat, navigating between ports, collecting shells as currency and battling sea creatures including the infamous great white shark Jaws. With simple mechanics and a mix of underwater combat and overworld sailing, the game offers a fast-paced arcade-style experience loosely inspired by the films.Track & Field
1985
Track & Field
1985
star 5.8A sports game, port of the arcade game Track & Field. It was later released in Europe as Track & Field in Barcelona in 1992, in the light of the 1992 Summer Olympics, earlier versions were simply known as Track & Field. The opening song for the NES version is the Chariots of Fire theme by Vangelis (which was also used in the arcade version's high score screen).Adventures in the Magic Kingdom
1990
star 6Adventures in the Magic Kingdom is a game developed by Capcon where the player explores various rides in Disney theme parks. The player must complete five different stages, modeled after rides, as well as a trivia quest in order to retrieve the set of keys. Players choose which stage to play by walking around the park in the game's overworld map.Batman Returns
1993
Batman Returns
1993
star 6.4Closer in style and gameplay to the Double Dragon series. The player only has one life bar (which can be expanded through health packs). It implements a password-save system. Of special note are the two side-scrolling racing levels in which the player controls the Batmobile and the Batskiboat.Tom and Jerry
1991
Tom and Jerry
1991
star 6.2Based on MGM's world-known cartoon, the player controls Jerry, the Mouse (in 2-Player Mode, P2 will control Jerry's nephew, Tuffy) as he explores four different worlds (movie theater, junkyard, a toy-based stage and the house inner). Game controls are simple: B Button makes Jerry/Tuffy to jump (tapping it again lightly upon landing will activate their Super Jumps), while A/Y/X Buttons will make them to throw marbles upward (Y Button) and downward (X/Y Buttons) in the enemies. To earn extra lives throughout the game, players have two available options: the rarest and, sometimes, hardest way is to find a 1-Up icon; however, the easiest mode is to collect 100 of small balls of cheese scattered throughout the levels (Cheese Bits). Also, Jerry and Tuffy's health meters are displayed in the form of four hearts, that can be replenished through collectible larger cheese wedges (Cheese Chunks). At the end of each world, Jerry and Tuffy will take a confrontation with Tom, the Cat.A Nightmare on Elm Street
1990
star 5.6A Nightmare on Elm Street is a video game released on the Nintendo Entertainment System in October 1989 and 1990, loosely based on the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise. It was developed by Rare and published by LJN.Solstice: The Quest for the Staff of Demnos
1990
star 4.5"From Out of the Darkness... Shall Arise a Challenge To Your Wisdom" Join Shadax's quest as he searches through the deadly fortress of Kastlerock for the six pieces of the magical Staff of Demnos, in a brave attempt to save Princess Eleanor from the evil magician Morbius! Over 250 challenging rooms to explore. Brilliant 3-D graphics, music and sound effects. Powerful potions and magical keys. Fearless evil characters to defeat. Non-violent fun for the entire family!Kick Master
1992
Kick Master
1992
star 7Kick Master is a 2D action platformer focused on martial arts and casting magic. It contains eight linear levels with a boss battle at the end of each level. It also has some role-playing elements, namely leveling, which makes the character stronger after every reached level.Panic Restaurant
1992
Panic Restaurant
1992
star 7.9Hot dogs on legs, jumping eggs, flying apple slices, hungry hamburger buns, pans shooting fried shrimp - WHAT'S GOING ON?? Ever since the mad chef, Ohdove, stole the Eaten Restaurant from Cookie, strange things have been happening! To win back the Eaten, Cookie must face a restaurant that has come to life! Mutant food and appliances are just eager to cook Cookie! But Cookie knows his way around a restaurant, so armed with just a few simple kitchen tools, he is going to challenge Ohdove and the army of mutants!The Uncanny X-Men
1989
The Uncanny X-Men
1989
star 5.5The Uncanny X-Men is an overhead-view action game. Players commence by selecting two X-Men from the roster, with the second controlled by another player or the computer. They then choose one of five levels, including a practice level. The objective in each level is to reach the concealed 'command centre' and demolish it. All X-Men share similar abilities, allowing movement in any direction, jumping, and attacking. Half of the characters (Storm, Iceman, Cyclops) possess long-range attacks, while the other half (Wolverine, Nightcrawler, Colossus) need to engage enemies in close combat. Each X-Man can endure a specific number of hits before being defeated. If both X-Men fall in battle, players can select two more to attempt the level again until all X-Men are used. Power-ups include an "S" that stops time, temporary invincibility, and a health restore. Additionally, a Magnet power-down (symbolizing Magneto) temporarily immobilizes the X-Men.G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor
1992
star 6.8GI Joe's squad of mean, lean combat experts moves into action! Cobra Commander has raised the ancient island of Atlantis from the ocean depths, and is using it as a base. With a nearly indestructible army, and powerful space weapons, the power-crazed Cobra is about to take over the world! Advance through the lethal mazes of Cobra's weapons complex, battling soldiers, gunships, laser orbs, and skin-shredding birds of prey. Infiltrate secret storerooms where Cobra Commander carries out his deadly schemes. At each level, find an ally of even greater strength and skill to join your combat team. At last, face Cobra Commander himself in a treacherous duel for world dominance! This is a fight only G! JOE can win!Action 52
1991
Action 52
1991
star 1.9Action 52 is an unlicensed multicart video game compilation developed by Active Enterprises for the Nintendo Entertainment System. The NES version was released in 1992. The multicart consists of 52 games in a variety of genres, mostly scrolling shooters and platformers. The "featured" game is The Cheetahmen, which was part of Active's failed attempt to create a franchise similar to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The NES version of Action 52 sold poorly and became infamous among gamers for the poor quality and functionality of its games; it is often considered to be one of the worst video games of all time.
