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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Elevator Action
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 (originally 1983) |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Micronics |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Elevator Action |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Micronics and published by Taito, Elevator Action arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985 as an action game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1983. It blends action and platformer elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber.
It is part of the Elevator Action series. The series also appears on other systems with Elevator Action Returns (Saturn) and Elevator Action (C64). Micronics also made Ikari Warriors, Super Pitfall and Twin Cobra for the NES.
Elevator Action 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Elevator Action 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.
Elevator Action cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Player 1 Has Infinite Lives | GXEUOUVK |
|---|---|
| Player 1 Starts With 1 Life | AAULNLZA |
| Player 1 Starts With 6 Lives | IAULNLZA |
| Player 1 Starts With 9 Lives | AAULNLZE |
| Player 2 Starts With 6 Lives | IEVUULZA |
| Player 2 Starts With 9 Lives | AEVUULZE |
Elevator Action walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Elevator Action.
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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.
Elevator Action FAQ
When did Elevator Action come out on the NES?
Elevator Action was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985; the original game dates back to 1983.
Who made Elevator Action?
It was developed by Micronics and published by Taito.
Is Elevator Action multiplayer?
Yes. Elevator Action supports up to 2 players.
How long does Elevator Action take to play?
As an action game, Elevator Action 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 Elevator Action 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.