G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1992
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperKindle Imagine Develop
PublisherCapcom
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesG.I. Joe
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor is an action game released in 1992 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Kindle Imagine Develop and published by Capcom. It blends action and platformer elements.

It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.

It is part of the G.I. Joe series. The series also appears on other systems with G.I. Joe: Cobra Strike (2600) and G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (C64). Kindle Imagine Develop also made Recca, Kick Master and Rock 'n Ball for the NES.

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor 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.

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor cheats & codes

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

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G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor 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.

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor FAQ

When did G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor come out on the NES?

G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.

Who made G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor?

It was developed by Kindle Imagine Develop and published by Capcom.

Is G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor multiplayer?

No. G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor is a single-player game.

How long does G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor take to play?

As an action game, G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor 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 G.I. Joe: The Atlantis Factor 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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