Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shooter
Die Hard
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Pack In Video |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Die Hard |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, Die Hard is an action game developed by Pack In Video and published by Activision. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
It is part of the Die Hard series. The series also appears on other systems with Die Hard Arcade (Saturn). Pack In Video also made Friday the 13th, Rambo and Knight Rider for the NES.
Die Hard is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Die Hard 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.
Die Hard cheats & codes
75 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Lose No Life Points When Shot With Pistol | SXEZTYSA |
|---|---|
| Lose No Life Points When Shot With Sub-Machine Gun | SXOZIYSA |
| Lose No Life Points When Punched | SXXZLYSA |
| Start With 1 Life Point Instead Of 16 | PEOKIPAP |
| Start With 2 Life Points | ZEOKIPAP |
| Start With 4 Life Points | GEOKIPAP |
Die Hard walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Die Hard.
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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.
Die Hard FAQ
When did Die Hard come out on the NES?
Die Hard was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Die Hard?
It was developed by Pack In Video and published by Activision.
Is Die Hard multiplayer?
No. Die Hard is a single-player game.
How long does Die Hard take to play?
As an action game, Die Hard 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.
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