Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Shooter
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Shooter |
| Developer | Vic Tokai |
| Publisher | Vic Tokai |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode is an action-adventure game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Vic Tokai. It blends action-adventure and shooter 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. Among the 68 NES action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
Vic Tokai also made Clash at Demonhead, The Krion Conquest and The Mafat Conspiracy for the NES.
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Stop Energy Counting Down | SXKVXAVG |
|---|---|
| Doesn't Use Bullets In Horizontal Mode | GXUVXTSA |
| Won't Take Damage In Horizontal Mode | GXKNNPSA |
| Won't Take Damage In Pan/Zoom Mode | GZOEGGST |
| Won't Take Damage In Maze | GZKLZGST |
| Gives Life And Bullets A Super-Boost | ZAVKIAAA |
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode 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.
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode FAQ
When did Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode come out on the NES?
Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode?
It was developed by Vic Tokai.
Is Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode multiplayer?
No. Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode is a single-player game.
How long does Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode 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 Golgo 13: Top Secret Episode 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.