Nintendo 64 · Strategy / Platformer
Bomberman 64
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Strategy, Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 13 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997, Bomberman 64 is a strategy game developed by Hudson and published by Nintendo. It blends strategy, platformer and action 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 12 N64 strategy games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the N64 you can also try Bomberman Hero and Bomberman 64: The Second Attack. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Super Bomberman 3 (SNES). Hudson also made Mario Party, Mario Party 3 and Mario Party 2 for the N64.
Bomberman 64 supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Bomberman 64 is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Bomberman 64 cheats & codes
235 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Button Activator 1 P1 | D0027064 00BE |
|---|---|
| Button Activator 2 P1 | D0027065 0000 |
| Button Activator 1 P2 | D002706C 0000 |
| Button Activator 2 P2 | D002706D 0000 |
| Button Activator 1 P3 | D0027074 0000 |
| Button Activator 2 P3 | D0027075 0000 |
Bomberman 64 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Bomberman 64 FAQ
When did Bomberman 64 come out on the N64?
Bomberman 64 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997.
Who made Bomberman 64?
It was developed by Hudson and published by Nintendo.
Is Bomberman 64 multiplayer?
Yes. Bomberman 64 supports up to 4 players.
How long does Bomberman 64 take to play?
As a strategy game, Bomberman 64 typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bomberman 64 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.