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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up
Cobra Command
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Cobra Command is a shoot 'em up released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Data East.
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.
Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja and Heavy Barrel for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Cobra Command 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.
Cobra Command cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Infinite Lives | SXUAAOVK |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | AAUVGZGA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AAUVGZGE |
| Become Immune To Weapon Damage | GZSSNGST |
| Invincible (Alternate Code) | SZVIOKSE |
Cobra Command walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Cobra Command.
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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.
Cobra Command FAQ
When did Cobra Command come out on the NES?
Cobra Command was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Cobra Command?
It was developed by Data East.
Is Cobra Command multiplayer?
No. Cobra Command is a single-player game.
How long does Cobra Command take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Cobra Command 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 Cobra Command 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.