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Akira
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Taito, Akira arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as an adventure game.
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 29 NES adventure games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
Taito also made Arkanoid, Space Invaders and Bubble Bobble for the NES.
Akira is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Akira is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Akira walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Akira.
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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.
Akira FAQ
When did Akira come out on the NES?
Akira was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Akira?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Akira multiplayer?
No. Akira is a single-player game.
How long does Akira take to play?
As an adventure game, Akira 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 Akira 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.