Arkanoid Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shooter
Ikki
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Sunsoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Developed by TOSE and published by Sunsoft, Ikki arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985 as an action game. It blends action and shooter elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber.
TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded for the NES.
Ikki supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Ikki 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.
Ikki cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00C5:02 |
|---|---|
| Collect One Yen to pass level | 0709:07 |
| Infinite Lives | AAZOVL |
| Untouchable | 0019:00
00C4:80 |
Ikki walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ikki.
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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.
Ikki FAQ
When did Ikki come out on the NES?
Ikki was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985.
Who made Ikki?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Sunsoft.
Is Ikki multiplayer?
Yes. Ikki supports up to 2 players.
How long does Ikki take to play?
As an action game, Ikki 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 Ikki 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.