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Nintendo 64 · Platformer / Action
Bomberman Hero
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | AI |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 10 |
Developed by AI and published by Nintendo, Bomberman Hero arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1998 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1998 include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 1080° Snowboarding and Mario Party. Among the 34 N64 platformers in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the N64 you can also try Bomberman 64 and Bomberman 64: The Second Attack. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Super Bomberman 3 (SNES). AI also made Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! and 64 de Hakken!! Tamagotchi: Minna de Tamagotchi World for the N64.
Bomberman Hero is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Bomberman Hero is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Bomberman Hero cheats & codes
32 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D005A454 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D005A455 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D105A454 0000 |
| 16-Bit Activator | D116E290 0000 |
| Infinite Lives | 80165243 0009 |
| Infinite Health | 80165244 0004 |
Bomberman Hero 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 Hero FAQ
When did Bomberman Hero come out on the N64?
Bomberman Hero was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made Bomberman Hero?
It was developed by AI and published by Nintendo.
Is Bomberman Hero multiplayer?
No. Bomberman Hero is a single-player game.
How long does Bomberman Hero take to play?
As a platformer, Bomberman Hero 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 Hero 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.