Nintendo 64 · Fighting
Killer Instinct Gold
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Killer Instinct |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo, Killer Instinct Gold arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1996 as a fighting game.
It belongs to the N64's earliest wave of games. Other notable N64 releases from 1996 include Super Mario 64, Mario Kart 64 and Mortal Kombat Trilogy. Among the 21 N64 fighting games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Killer Instinct series. The series also appears on other systems with Killer Instinct (SNES) and Killer Instinct (Game Boy). Rareware also made GoldenEye 007, Donkey Kong 64 and Banjo-Kazooie for the N64.
Killer Instinct Gold supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Killer Instinct Gold is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Killer Instinct Gold cheats & codes
29 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 801D3484 0078 |
|---|---|
| Open All Options | 801283AC 0006 |
| Activator 1 P1 | D0068518 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D1068518 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D006851E 0000 |
| Dual Activator P2 | D106851E 0000 |
Killer Instinct Gold 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.
Killer Instinct Gold FAQ
When did Killer Instinct Gold come out on the N64?
Killer Instinct Gold was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1996.
Who made Killer Instinct Gold?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is Killer Instinct Gold multiplayer?
Yes. Killer Instinct Gold supports up to 2 players.
How long does Killer Instinct Gold take to play?
As a fighting game, Killer Instinct Gold 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 Killer Instinct Gold 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.