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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shoot 'em Up
Baltron
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Action, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Shouei |
| Publisher | Toei Animation |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Baltron is an action game released in 1986 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Shouei and published by Toei Animation. It blends action 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.
Baltron 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Baltron is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Baltron cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 002E:05 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | SLKAYTSP |
| Infinite Fuel | 0035:40 |
| Infinite Fuel | SZPOKI |
| Invulnerability | EUYUAP |
Baltron walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Baltron.
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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.
Baltron FAQ
When did Baltron come out on the NES?
Baltron was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.
Who made Baltron?
It was developed by Shouei and published by Toei Animation.
Is Baltron multiplayer?
Yes. Baltron supports up to 2 players.
How long does Baltron take to play?
As an action game, Baltron 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 Baltron 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.