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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Holy Diver
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Irem |
| Publisher | Irem |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Holy Diver is a platformer developed by Irem.
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.
Irem also made Kid Niki: Radical Ninja, 10-Yard Fight and Kickle Cubicle for the NES.
Holy Diver supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Holy Diver is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Holy Diver cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 0440:06 |
|---|---|
| Set Max. Health Units | 042F:0E |
| Infinite Lives | 048F:03 |
| Invincibility | 0057:03 |
| Infinite Magic | 0490:FA |
| Defeat Most Bosses With 1 Hit | 0446:00 |
Holy Diver walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Holy Diver.
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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.
Holy Diver FAQ
When did Holy Diver come out on the NES?
Holy Diver was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Holy Diver?
It was developed by Irem.
Is Holy Diver multiplayer?
Yes. Holy Diver supports up to 2 players.
How long does Holy Diver take to play?
As a platformer, Holy Diver 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 Holy Diver 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.