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Nintendo Entertainment System · Beat 'em Up
Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Ocean |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Data East and published by Ocean, Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989 as a beat 'em up. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Bad Dudes. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
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. Among the 20 NES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Cobra Command and Heavy Barrel for the NES.
Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZNKASVK |
|---|---|
| Infinite Continues | GXOKASVK |
| Start With 1 Life And 1 Continue | PENXYZLA |
| Start With Double Lives And Continues | TENXYZLA |
| Start With Triple Lives And Continues | PENXYZLE |
| Gain Double Usual Energy From Drinks | PESAIYIE |
Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja 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.
Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja FAQ
When did Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja come out on the NES?
Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja?
It was developed by Data East and published by Ocean.
Is Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja multiplayer?
Yes. Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja 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.