R.C. Pro-Am Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing
Cobra Triangle
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo, Cobra Triangle arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989 as a racing game.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales. Among the 48 NES racing games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Rareware also made Battletoads, Battletoads & Double Dragon and R.C. Pro-Am for the NES.
Cobra Triangle is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Cobra Triangle is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Cobra Triangle cheats & codes
39 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Continue Options | SZUXZVVK |
|---|---|
| Don't Lose Life For Damage | SZEVNOVK |
| Don't Lose Life For Time Out | SZVTSOVK |
| Weird, Glitchy Graphics (Game Freezes Almost Right Off) | SKGIPE |
| Game Freezes When You Shoot | STULES |
| Never Lose Your Power-Ups | ENXTPVSA
LEXTZVAX |
Cobra Triangle 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.
Cobra Triangle FAQ
When did Cobra Triangle come out on the NES?
Cobra Triangle was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Cobra Triangle?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is Cobra Triangle multiplayer?
No. Cobra Triangle is a single-player game.
How long does Cobra Triangle take to play?
As a racing game, Cobra Triangle 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 Triangle 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.