Nintendo Entertainment System · Strategy
Battleship
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Milton Bradley Co. |
| Publisher | Mindscape |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Battleship is a strategy game released in 1993 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Milton Bradley Co. and published by Mindscape.
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 36 NES strategy games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Milton Bradley Co. also made Marble Madness for the NES.
Battleship is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Battleship is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Battleship cheats & codes
33 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Round Per Level | PEUAUGIA |
|---|---|
| 3 Rounds Per Level | LEUAUGIA |
| Each Ship Can Take Only 1 Hit | SZUAOSOU |
| You Only Have RIM-66 Missiles | SAXAOISP |
| Start On Level 2 | PASAKGAA
VASEOGSA
VASASGSA |
| Start On Level 3 | ZASAKGAA
VASEOGSA
VASASGSA |
Battleship 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.
Battleship FAQ
When did Battleship come out on the NES?
Battleship was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Battleship?
It was developed by Milton Bradley Co. and published by Mindscape.
Is Battleship multiplayer?
No. Battleship is a single-player game.
How long does Battleship take to play?
As a strategy game, Battleship typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Battleship 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.