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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Fighting
Kung Fu Heroes
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action, Fighting |
| Developer | Nihon Game |
| Publisher | Culture Brain |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Super Chinese |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Kung Fu Heroes is an action game released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Nihon Game and published by Culture Brain. It blends action and fighting elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
It is part of the Super Chinese series; on the NES you can also try Little Ninja Brothers. The series also appears on other systems with Ninja Boy II (Game Boy).
Kung Fu Heroes 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 Kung Fu Heroes 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.
Kung Fu Heroes cheats & codes
44 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | AESLZLPA |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PASXSPIA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PASXSPIE |
| Infinite Miracle Kicks | AEVSPAPA |
| Start With 20 Miracle Kicks | GPVZXPAA |
| Use With Warp To Start With 1 Life | PASZNPLA |
Kung Fu Heroes walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Kung Fu Heroes.
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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.
Kung Fu Heroes FAQ
When did Kung Fu Heroes come out on the NES?
Kung Fu Heroes was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made Kung Fu Heroes?
It was developed by Nihon Game and published by Culture Brain.
Is Kung Fu Heroes multiplayer?
Yes. Kung Fu Heroes supports up to 2 players.
How long does Kung Fu Heroes take to play?
As an action game, Kung Fu Heroes 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 Kung Fu Heroes 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.