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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Blaster Master
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Sunsoft |
| Publisher | Sunsoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Blaster Master |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988, Blaster Master is a platformer developed by Sunsoft.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 191 NES platformers in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.
It is part of the Blaster Master series. The series also appears on other systems with Blaster Master 2 (Genesis) and Blaster Master Jr. (Game Boy). Sunsoft also made Gimmick!, Batman: The Video Game and Batman: Return of the Joker for the NES.
Blaster Master is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Blaster Master is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Blaster Master cheats & codes
82 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZUGYIVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | AAEGZLZA |
| Start With 6 Lives | IAEGZLZA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AAEGZLZE |
| Infinite Homing Missiles | GZSOEEVK |
| Infinite Thunderbreaks | GXKPEOVK |
Blaster Master walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Blaster Master.
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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.
Blaster Master FAQ
When did Blaster Master come out on the NES?
Blaster Master was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Blaster Master?
It was developed by Sunsoft.
Is Blaster Master multiplayer?
No. Blaster Master is a single-player game.
How long does Blaster Master take to play?
As a platformer, Blaster Master 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 Blaster Master 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.