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Nintendo Entertainment System · Racing
Knight Rider
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Racing |
| Developer | Pack In Video |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Pack In Video and published by Acclaim, Knight Rider arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as a racing game.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 48 NES racing games in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
Pack In Video also made Friday the 13th, Die Hard and Rambo for the NES.
Knight Rider is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Knight Rider is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Knight Rider cheats & codes
47 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Shield | SZXSYTSA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Missiles | SZEXUNVK |
| Infinite Laser | GXXZSVVK |
| Start With 1 Life After Continue | AEVALAZA |
| Start With 6 Lives After Continue | IEVALAZA |
| Start With 9 Lives After Continue | AEVALAZE |
Knight Rider 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.
Knight Rider FAQ
When did Knight Rider come out on the NES?
Knight Rider was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Knight Rider?
It was developed by Pack In Video and published by Acclaim.
Is Knight Rider multiplayer?
No. Knight Rider is a single-player game.
How long does Knight Rider take to play?
As a racing game, Knight Rider 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 Knight Rider 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.