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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Captain America and The Avengers
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Captain America |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Captain America and The Avengers is a platformer released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Data East.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
It is part of the Captain America series. The series also appears on other systems with Captain America and The Avengers (Genesis) and Captain America and The Avengers (SNES). Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Cobra Command and Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja for the NES.
Captain America and The Avengers supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Captain America and The Avengers 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.
Captain America and The Avengers cheats & codes
48 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Continues | SZSULYVG |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | SZNUNEOO |
| Large Power Stones Worth 20 Points | GPNXIUZA |
| Large Power Stones Worth 30 Points | TPNXIUZE |
| Large Power Stones Worth 50 Points | ZLNXIUZA |
| Small Power Stones Worth 10 Points | ZAUZILPE |
Captain America and The Avengers 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.
Captain America and The Avengers FAQ
When did Captain America and The Avengers come out on the NES?
Captain America and The Avengers was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Captain America and The Avengers?
It was developed by Data East.
Is Captain America and The Avengers multiplayer?
Yes. Captain America and The Avengers supports up to 2 players.
How long does Captain America and The Avengers take to play?
As a platformer, Captain America and The Avengers 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.
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