Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Puzzle
Devil World
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Genre | Action, Puzzle |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Nintendo, Devil World arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1984 as an action game. It blends action and puzzle elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1984 include Duck Hunt, Mappy and Wild Gunman. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
Devil World supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Devil World 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.
Devil World cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 0615:05 |
|---|---|
| Always Have Cross | 061B:0A |
| Always Have Bibles | 061D:30 |
| Stage Select | 0037:00 |
| Walk Through Enemies | 0617:00 |
Devil World 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.
Devil World FAQ
When did Devil World come out on the NES?
Devil World was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1984.
Who made Devil World?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Devil World multiplayer?
Yes. Devil World supports up to 2 players.
How long does Devil World take to play?
As an action game, Devil World 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 Devil World 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.