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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Puzzle
Block Hole
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Puzzle |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Block Hole is a shoot 'em up developed by Konami. It blends shoot 'em up and puzzle 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 84 NES shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
Block Hole supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Block Hole is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Block Hole cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Blocks don't fall | 0072:01 |
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Block Hole 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.
Block Hole FAQ
When did Block Hole come out on the NES?
Block Hole was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Block Hole?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Block Hole multiplayer?
Yes. Block Hole supports up to 2 players.
How long does Block Hole take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Block Hole 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 Block Hole 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.