Nintendo Entertainment System · Action
Godzilla: Monster of Monsters
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Compile |
| Publisher | Toho Company |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Godzilla |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Compile and published by Toho Company, Godzilla: Monster of Monsters arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989 as an action game.
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.
It is part of the Godzilla series; on the NES you can also try Godzilla 2: War of the Monsters. The series also appears on other systems with Super Godzilla (SNES) and Godzilla Generations (Dreamcast). Compile also made The Guardian Legend, Gun-Nac and Lunar Pool 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Godzilla: Monster of Monsters 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.
Godzilla: Monster of Monsters cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Both Monsters Never Lose Power | AEUSLKNY |
|---|---|
| Both Monsters' Power Restored Quicker | AEKSAGPE |
| Both Monsters Invincible | AAXITSNY |
| Enemy Inflicts More Damage To Both Monsters | VYXITSNN |
| Changes Colour | KOTKOK |
| Godzilla's Electric Blasts Are Useless | AEZAEZ |
Godzilla: Monster of Monsters 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.
Godzilla: Monster of Monsters FAQ
When did Godzilla: Monster of Monsters come out on the NES?
Godzilla: Monster of Monsters was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Godzilla: Monster of Monsters?
It was developed by Compile and published by Toho Company.
Is Godzilla: Monster of Monsters multiplayer?
No. Godzilla: Monster of Monsters is a single-player game.
How long does Godzilla: Monster of Monsters take to play?
As an action game, Godzilla: Monster of Monsters 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 Godzilla: Monster of Monsters 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.