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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter
Freedom Force
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Sunsoft |
| Publisher | Sunsoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Sunsoft, Freedom Force arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as a shooter.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 33 NES shooters in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
Sunsoft also made Blaster Master, Gimmick! and Batman: The Video Game for the NES.
Freedom Force 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
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Freedom Force is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Freedom Force cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Half Ammo | ZOOTYTGZ |
|---|---|
| Infinite Ammo | AEUTLYZZ |
| Fewer Errors Allowed | LEOVAYTA |
| Infinite Errors Allowed | OXOTYNOK |
| Start At Level 2 | ZAUTLTPA |
| Start At Level 3 | LAUTLTPA |
Freedom Force walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Freedom Force.
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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.
Freedom Force FAQ
When did Freedom Force come out on the NES?
Freedom Force was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Freedom Force?
It was developed by Sunsoft.
Is Freedom Force multiplayer?
Yes. Freedom Force supports up to 2 players.
How long does Freedom Force take to play?
As a shooter, Freedom Force 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 Freedom Force 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.