Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Batman: The Video Game
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Sunsoft |
| Publisher | Sunsoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Batman |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Sunsoft, Batman: The Video Game arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as an action game. It blends action and platformer 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. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Batman series; on the NES you can also try Batman: Return of the Joker and Batman Returns. The series also appears on other systems with Batman Forever (SNES) and Batman Forever (Genesis). Sunsoft also made Blaster Master, Gimmick! and Fester's Quest for the NES.
Batman: The Video Game is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Batman: The Video Game 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.
Batman: The Video Game cheats & codes
80 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZUGGTVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | AEESKGZA |
| Start With 6 Lives | IEESKGZA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AEESKGZE |
| Extra Energy On Heart Pick-Up | GEEPOTPA |
| Infinite Pellets After Pick-Up | GZNOUGST |
Batman: The Video Game 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.
Batman: The Video Game FAQ
When did Batman: The Video Game come out on the NES?
Batman: The Video Game was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Batman: The Video Game?
It was developed by Sunsoft.
Is Batman: The Video Game multiplayer?
No. Batman: The Video Game is a single-player game.
How long does Batman: The Video Game take to play?
As an action game, Batman: The Video Game 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 Batman: The Video Game 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.