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Batman Returns
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Batman |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993, Batman Returns is a beat 'em up developed by Konami.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2. Among the 20 NES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
It is part of the Batman series; on the NES you can also try Batman: The Video Game and Batman: Return of the Joker. The series also appears on other systems with Batman Forever (SNES) and Batman Forever (Genesis). Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Batman Returns 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.
Batman Returns cheats & codes
47 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Batarangs | SXSKGKVK |
|---|---|
| Start With 9 Batarangs | PAXELAIE |
| Start With Full Energy | YLOALEAX |
| Start With Less Energy | APOALEAZ |
| Don't Lose Energy From Spin Attack | AAVASZZA |
| Almost Infinite Lives And Energy | GZEGLVSE |
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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.
Batman Returns FAQ
When did Batman Returns come out on the NES?
Batman Returns was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Batman Returns?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Batman Returns multiplayer?
No. Batman Returns is a single-player game.
How long does Batman Returns take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Batman Returns 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 Batman Returns 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.