Mega Man Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Demon Sword
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Demon Sword is an action game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by TOSE and published by Taito. It blends action and platformer elements.
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.
TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Demon Sword is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Demon Sword cheats & codes
64 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Powers And Lives | AESVLTPA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | SXSIYASA |
| Start Game With 1 Life | AEVSUIZA |
| Start Game With 6 Lives | IEVSUIZA |
| Start Game With 9 Lives | AEVSUIZE |
| Infinite Life Energy | SZKGTTSA |
Demon Sword 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.
Demon Sword FAQ
When did Demon Sword come out on the NES?
Demon Sword was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Demon Sword?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Taito.
Is Demon Sword multiplayer?
No. Demon Sword is a single-player game.
How long does Demon Sword take to play?
As an action game, Demon Sword 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 Demon Sword 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.