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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Guerrilla War
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | SNK |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by SNK, Guerrilla War arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as a shoot 'em up. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends shoot 'em up 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.
SNK also made P.O.W.: Prisoners of War, Alpha Mission and Baseball Stars for the NES.
Guerrilla War supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- 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 Guerrilla War 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.
Guerrilla War cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Both Players Have Infinite Lives | SLTKOV |
|---|---|
| Both Players Start With 1 Life | AELGVP |
| Both Players Start With 6 Lives | IELGVP |
| Both Players Start With 9 Lives | PELGVO |
| Keep Weapon After Death | SXUTEUSO |
Guerrilla War 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.
Guerrilla War FAQ
When did Guerrilla War come out on the NES?
Guerrilla War was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Guerrilla War?
It was developed by SNK.
Is Guerrilla War multiplayer?
Yes. Guerrilla War supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Guerrilla War take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Guerrilla War 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.
Read more about Guerrilla War 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.