Nintendo 64 · Beat 'em Up
Fighting Force
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 (originally 1997) |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Core Design |
| Publisher | Crave Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Fighting Force |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, Fighting Force is a beat 'em up developed by Core Design and published by Crave Entertainment. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Fighting Force 64. This N64 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1997.
It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64.
It is part of the Fighting Force series. The series also appears on other systems with Fighting Force (PS1) and Fighting Force 2 (PS1).
Fighting Force supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the N64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing Fighting Force is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Fighting Force cheats & codes
96 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 P1 | D00D4510 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 P1 | D00D4511 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D10D4510 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D00D4516 0000 |
| Activator 2 P2 | D00D4517 0000 |
| Dual Activator P2 | D10D4516 0000 |
Fighting Force walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Fighting Force.
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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.
Fighting Force FAQ
When did Fighting Force come out on the N64?
Fighting Force was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999; the original game dates back to 1997.
Who made Fighting Force?
It was developed by Core Design and published by Crave Entertainment.
Is Fighting Force multiplayer?
Yes. Fighting Force supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Fighting Force take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Fighting Force typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Fighting Force 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.