Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers

Certified classic Co-op

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1990
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1–2 players (co-op)
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesChip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers
ESRBE
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 19

Developed by Capcom, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a platformer.

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 191 NES platformers in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.

It is part of the Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers series; on the NES you can also try Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2. Capcom also made Mega Man, Mega Man 2 and Mega Man 3 for the NES.

Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.

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 a game to beat together with a friend
  • you want to experience one of the NES's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 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.

Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers cheats & codes

121 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite EnergyAOEITEEN
Freeze Mechanical BulldogATUEENSL
Freeze Mechanical MiceAVKAVNSL
Freeze BuzzerAVOPTESL
Freeze Buzz BombAVNOLKSL
Freeze Racket-RodAVVPZSSL

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Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 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.

Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers FAQ

When did Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers come out on the NES?

Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.

Who made Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers multiplayer?

Yes. Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.

How long does Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers take to play?

As a platformer, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 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 Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 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.

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