Mega Man Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Fist of the North Star
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Shouei System |
| Publisher | Taxan USA Corp. |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Fist of the North Star is an action game developed by Shouei System and published by Taxan USA Corp.. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
Shouei System also made Nagagutsu o Haita Neko: Sekai Isshū 80 Nichi Dai Bōken 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)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Fist of the North Star 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.
Fist of the North Star cheats & codes
39 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXKKYPVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PEKKGALA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TEKKGALA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PEKKGALE |
| Freeze Timer | SZSVGTVG |
| One Hit Kills You | OTSGOGSV |
Fist of the North Star 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.
Fist of the North Star FAQ
When did Fist of the North Star come out on the NES?
Fist of the North Star was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Fist of the North Star?
It was developed by Shouei System and published by Taxan USA Corp..
Is Fist of the North Star multiplayer?
No. Fist of the North Star is a single-player game.
How long does Fist of the North Star take to play?
As an action game, Fist of the North Star 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 Fist of the North Star 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.