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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter / Action
Hostages
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shooter, Action, Simulation |
| Developer | Kemco |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Hostages is a shooter released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Kemco and published by Infogrames. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Rescue: The Embassy Mission. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends shooter, action and simulation elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Kemco also made The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout, Dragon Wars and Ghost Lion for the NES.
Hostages 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)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Hostages is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Hostages cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Characters Are Below The Game Screen Line | TOPEEA |
|---|---|
| Danger Code! | ETTETT |
| Where Do We Go? | TOPKOP |
| Characters Enter Doors Super Quick | KAAAAI |
| Messes Up Color | ZOIKKK |
Hostages 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.
Hostages FAQ
When did Hostages come out on the NES?
Hostages was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Hostages?
It was developed by Kemco and published by Infogrames.
Is Hostages multiplayer?
No. Hostages is a single-player game.
How long does Hostages take to play?
As a shooter, Hostages 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 Hostages 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.