Infiltrator NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Simulation

Infiltrator

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1990 (originally 1985)
GenreAction, Simulation, Adventure
DeveloperChris Gray Enterprises
PublisherMindscape
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Infiltrator is an action game developed by Chris Gray Enterprises and published by Mindscape. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends action, simulation and adventure 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.

Chris Gray Enterprises also made Captain Planet and the Planeteers for the NES.

Infiltrator 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Infiltrator 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.

Infiltrator gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Infiltrator cheats & codes

22 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Start With More GrenadesZPSLPXZA
Start With Fewer GrenadesIASLPXZA
Start With No GrenadesAASLPXZA
Start With Less SprayLPKUIZTZ
Start With No SprayAAKUIZTZ
Never Lose Grenades Outside BuildingsSXKXXIVG

See all Infiltrator cheats

Infiltrator 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.

Infiltrator FAQ

When did Infiltrator come out on the NES?

Infiltrator was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1985.

Who made Infiltrator?

It was developed by Chris Gray Enterprises and published by Mindscape.

Is Infiltrator multiplayer?

No. Infiltrator is a single-player game.

How long does Infiltrator take to play?

As an action game, Infiltrator 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 Infiltrator 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.

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