Flight of the Intruder NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Simulation / Shooter

Flight of the Intruder

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1991 (originally 1990)
GenreSimulation, Shooter
DeveloperImagineer
PublisherMindscape
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Flight of the Intruder is a simulation game released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Imagineer and published by Mindscape. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990. It blends simulation 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 13 NES simulation games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.

Imagineer also made The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants, Barbie and The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World for the NES.

Flight of the Intruder is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Flight of the Intruder is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Flight of the Intruder gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Flight of the Intruder cheats & codes

16 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Radar-Guided Missiles (Bombing/Strafing Screen)GZUOZYVG
Start With 9 Radar-Guided Missiles (Bombing/Strafing Screen)PAOALZTE
Infinite Missiles (Cockpit Screen)GZUOLKVK
Start On Mission 3GAKGKGAA
Start On Mission 6ZAKGKGAE
Start On Mission 9APKGKGAA

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Flight of the Intruder 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.

Flight of the Intruder FAQ

When did Flight of the Intruder come out on the NES?

Flight of the Intruder was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991; the original game dates back to 1990.

Who made Flight of the Intruder?

It was developed by Imagineer and published by Mindscape.

Is Flight of the Intruder multiplayer?

No. Flight of the Intruder is a single-player game.

How long does Flight of the Intruder take to play?

As a simulation game, Flight of the Intruder typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Flight of the Intruder 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.

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