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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Code Name: Viper
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Capcom, Code Name: Viper 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.
Capcom also made Mega Man, Mega Man 2 and Mega Man 3 for the NES.
Code Name: Viper is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Code Name: Viper 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.
Code Name: Viper cheats & codes
71 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZOVKNVK |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PENTAGLA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TENTAGLA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PENTAGLE |
| Start With Double Usual Bullets | GTETLIZL |
| Start With Half Usual Bullets | PPETLIZU |
Code Name: Viper 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.
Code Name: Viper FAQ
When did Code Name: Viper come out on the NES?
Code Name: Viper was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Code Name: Viper?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Code Name: Viper multiplayer?
No. Code Name: Viper is a single-player game.
How long does Code Name: Viper take to play?
As a platformer, Code Name: Viper 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 Code Name: Viper 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.