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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
A Nightmare on Elm Street
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
A Nightmare on Elm Street is a platformer released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Rareware and published by LJN.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Rareware also made Battletoads, Battletoads & Double Dragon and Cobra Triangle for the NES.
A Nightmare on Elm Street supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing A Nightmare on Elm Street 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.
A Nightmare on Elm Street cheats & codes
35 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SUELSUVS |
|---|---|
| 1 Continue | PAUVEZLA |
| 6 Continues | TAUVEZLA |
| 9 Continues | PAUVEZLE |
| Don't Lose 'ZZZ' When Hit | AESSLAEA |
| Don't Lose 'ZZZ' When Standing Still | AAXOLAPA |
A Nightmare on Elm Street 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.
A Nightmare on Elm Street FAQ
When did A Nightmare on Elm Street come out on the NES?
A Nightmare on Elm Street was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made A Nightmare on Elm Street?
It was developed by Rareware and published by LJN.
Is A Nightmare on Elm Street multiplayer?
Yes. A Nightmare on Elm Street supports up to 4 players.
How long does A Nightmare on Elm Street take to play?
As a platformer, A Nightmare on Elm Street 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 A Nightmare on Elm Street 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.