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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter / Shoot 'em Up
Argus
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Shooter, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Jaleco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, Argus is a shooter developed by TOSE and published by Jaleco. It blends shooter and shoot 'em up elements.
It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest. Among the 33 NES shooters in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded for the NES.
Argus supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- 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
What playing Argus 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.
Argus cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 0022:02 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 0083:80 |
| Infinite Lives | SGXEYPVG |
| Invincibility | SZEOKASA |
| Infinite Lives P1 | 0022:63 |
| Can Always Land Ship | GONOEUAL |
Argus walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Argus.
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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.
Argus FAQ
When did Argus come out on the NES?
Argus was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.
Who made Argus?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Jaleco.
Is Argus multiplayer?
Yes. Argus supports up to 2 players.
How long does Argus take to play?
As a shooter, Argus 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 Argus 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.