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Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG / Simulation
Bandit Kings of Ancient China
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | RPG, Simulation, Strategy |
| Developer | Koei |
| Publisher | Koei |
| Players | 1–5 players |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Bandit Kings of Ancient China is a role-playing game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Koei. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends RPG, simulation and strategy elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Koei also made Gemfire, Genghis Khan and Romance of the Three Kingdoms II for the NES.
Bandit Kings of Ancient China supports up to 5 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Bandit Kings of Ancient China is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Bandit Kings of Ancient China cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| 255 Strength | 6054:FF |
|---|---|
| 255 Dexterity | 6055:FF |
| 255 Wisdom | 6056:FF |
| 255 Men | 6052:FF
6053:FF |
| 9999 Popularity | 605B:27
605C:0F |
Bandit Kings of Ancient China 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.
Bandit Kings of Ancient China FAQ
When did Bandit Kings of Ancient China come out on the NES?
Bandit Kings of Ancient China was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Bandit Kings of Ancient China?
It was developed by Koei.
Is Bandit Kings of Ancient China multiplayer?
Yes. Bandit Kings of Ancient China supports up to 5 players.
How long does Bandit Kings of Ancient China take to play?
As a role-playing game, Bandit Kings of Ancient China typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bandit Kings of Ancient China 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.