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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up
BreakThru
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Data East, BreakThru arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987 as a shoot 'em up.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.
Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Cobra Command and Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja for the NES.
BreakThru 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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing BreakThru 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.
BreakThru cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives For Both Players | GZUKYPVG |
|---|---|
| Freeze Weapon Timer | GZKSLZVG |
| Player 1 Start With 1 Life | PEUKPZLA |
| Player 2 Start With 1 Life | PEKGGZLA |
| Player 1 Start With 6 Lives | TEUKPZLA |
| Player 2 Start With 6 Lives | TEKGGZLA |
BreakThru walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for BreakThru.
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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.
BreakThru FAQ
When did BreakThru come out on the NES?
BreakThru was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made BreakThru?
It was developed by Data East.
Is BreakThru multiplayer?
Yes. BreakThru supports up to 2 players.
How long does BreakThru take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, BreakThru 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.
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