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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter
After Burner
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | Tengen |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | After Burner |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
After Burner is a shooter released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Tengen.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
It is part of the After Burner series. The series also appears on other systems with After Burner (Master System) and After Burner (32X). Tengen also made Shinobi, Toobin' and Klax for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing After Burner is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
After Burner cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXNTPPVG |
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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.
After Burner FAQ
When did After Burner come out on the NES?
After Burner was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made After Burner?
It was developed by Tengen.
Is After Burner multiplayer?
No. After Burner is a single-player game.
How long does After Burner take to play?
As a shooter, After Burner 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.
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