Challenger Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Action-Adventure
8 Eyes
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Action, Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Thinking Rabbit |
| Publisher | Taxan USA Corp. |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Thinking Rabbit and published by Taxan USA Corp., 8 Eyes arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as an action game. It blends action, action-adventure and platformer elements.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
8 Eyes 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing 8 Eyes is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
8 Eyes cheats & codes
38 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Most Attacks Won't Damage Orin | GXOUSUSE |
|---|---|
| Most Attacks Won't Damage Cutrus | GXNGNOSE |
| Start With More Energy (Orin) | AGVXGXYZ |
| Start With More Energy (Cutrus) | AGVXIXYZ |
| Start Game With Some Item Power | YZVXTZAE |
| Never Lose Item Power Once Gained | GXSLKVSE |
8 Eyes walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
8 Eyes FAQ
When did 8 Eyes come out on the NES?
8 Eyes was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made 8 Eyes?
It was developed by Thinking Rabbit and published by Taxan USA Corp..
Is 8 Eyes multiplayer?
Yes. 8 Eyes supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does 8 Eyes take to play?
As an action game, 8 Eyes typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about 8 Eyes 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.