Jet Impulse DS box art

Nintendo DS · Simulation

Jet Impulse

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
Released2007
GenreSimulation
PublisherNintendo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Published by Nintendo, Jet Impulse arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2007 as a simulation game.

It landed about 3 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2007 include The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, The World Ends with You and Hotel Dusk: Room 215.

Jet Impulse supports up to 2 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
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending

What playing Jet Impulse is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Jet Impulse gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Jet Impulse cheats & codes

3 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

AP MAX020D16C0 0098967F
HP MAX021E0658 00000000
Unlimited Weapon121E0690 0000FFFF

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Playing DS games today

Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.

Jet Impulse FAQ

When did Jet Impulse come out on the DS?

Jet Impulse was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.

Who made Jet Impulse?

published by Nintendo.

Is Jet Impulse multiplayer?

Yes. Jet Impulse supports up to 2 players.

How long does Jet Impulse take to play?

As a simulation game, Jet Impulse 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 Jet Impulse 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.

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