Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1990
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperAdvance Communication Company
PublisherBandai
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus is a platformer released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Advance Communication Company and published by Bandai.

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.

Advance Communication Company also made Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Otaku no Seiza: An Adventure in the Otaku Galaxy and Cycle Race: Road Man for the NES.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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 Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus 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.

Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus cheats & codes

25 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Stuck In The First ScreenAEPTTT
Some Music Is MissingKEIPOS
No harm from spikesATSIOGSZ
No harm from any dinosaurAAVNVPLA
Infinite shieldAVNTNKXA
Mega-jump powerYEXIYLLA

See all Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus cheats

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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.

Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus FAQ

When did Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus come out on the NES?

Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.

Who made Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus?

It was developed by Advance Communication Company and published by Bandai.

Is Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus multiplayer?

No. Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus is a single-player game.

How long does Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus take to play?

As a platformer, Dynowarz: The Destruction of Spondylus 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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