Galaga Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Galaga: Demons of Death
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Bandai |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Galaxian |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Namco and published by Bandai, Galaga: Demons of Death arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as a shoot 'em up. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
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.
It is part of the Galaxian series; on the NES you can also try Galaga and Galaxian. The series also appears on other systems with Galaga (7800) and Galaxian (2600). Namco also made Pac-Man, Battle City and Mappy for the NES.
Galaga: Demons of Death 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Galaga: Demons of Death is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Galaga: Demons of Death cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | XVOKVUXK |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PAKKKILA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TAKKKILA |
| Start With Twin Shots | GXEVPAEI |
| Become Invincible | ATNVSAVZ |
| Play Challenge Stages Only | GXOKOTEI |
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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.
Galaga: Demons of Death FAQ
When did Galaga: Demons of Death come out on the NES?
Galaga: Demons of Death was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Galaga: Demons of Death?
It was developed by Namco and published by Bandai.
Is Galaga: Demons of Death multiplayer?
Yes. Galaga: Demons of Death supports up to 2 players.
How long does Galaga: Demons of Death take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Galaga: Demons of Death typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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