Nintendo 64 · Action / Puzzle
Blast Corps
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Action, Puzzle |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 10 |
Developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo, Blast Corps arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 as an action game. It blends action and puzzle elements.
It came out in the N64's second year on the market. Other notable N64 releases from 1997 include GoldenEye 007, Star Fox 64 and FIFA: Road to World Cup 98. Among the 23 N64 action games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Rareware also made GoldenEye 007, Donkey Kong 64 and Banjo-Kazooie for the N64.
Blast Corps is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Blast Corps 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.
Blast Corps cheats & codes
457 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Simian Acres | 88364B08 0000 |
|---|---|
| J-Bomb | 88364B1B 0000 |
| Sideswipe | 88364B24 0000 |
| Backlash | 88364B3F 0000 |
| Carrick Point | 88364B17 0000 |
| Blackridge Works | 88364B0B 0000 |
Blast Corps walkthroughs & guides
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Blast Corps FAQ
When did Blast Corps come out on the N64?
Blast Corps was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997.
Who made Blast Corps?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is Blast Corps multiplayer?
No. Blast Corps is a single-player game.
How long does Blast Corps take to play?
As an action game, Blast Corps 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.
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