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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Adventure
Jaws
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Westone |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Jaws is an action game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Westone and published by LJN. It blends action and adventure elements.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Jaws 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.
Jaws cheats & codes
53 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZSATSVK |
|---|---|
| Infinite Shells | SZVEYNSE |
| Start With 1 Life | PEOAGZLA |
| Start With Double Lives | TEOAGZLA |
| Don't Lose Shells On Dying | SZSELSTK |
| Don't Lose Power On Dying | SZSETSVK |
Jaws 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.
Jaws FAQ
When did Jaws come out on the NES?
Jaws was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Jaws?
It was developed by Westone and published by LJN.
Is Jaws multiplayer?
No. Jaws is a single-player game.
How long does Jaws take to play?
As an action game, Jaws 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 Jaws 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.