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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up
Insector X
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Insector X is a shoot 'em up developed by Taito. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
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.
Taito also made Arkanoid, Space Invaders and Bubble Bobble for the NES.
Insector X 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- 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 Insector X 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.
Insector X cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Invincible | 00CA:00 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 00D8:03 |
| Max Shot Powerup | 00CC:06 |
| Speed Modifier | 00CE:03 |
| Character Color Modifier | 003C:00 |
| Character Modifier | 00C9:00 |
Insector X walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Insector X.
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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.
Insector X FAQ
When did Insector X come out on the NES?
Insector X was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Insector X?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Insector X multiplayer?
Yes. Insector X supports up to 2 players.
How long does Insector X take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Insector X 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 Insector X 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.