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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Action
Law of the West
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 (originally 1985) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Accolade |
| Publisher | Pony Canyon |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Law of the West is an action-adventure game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Accolade and published by Pony Canyon. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends action-adventure, 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.
Law of the West is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Law of the West is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Law of the West cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 0027:FF |
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Law of the West walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Law of the West.
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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.
Law of the West FAQ
When did Law of the West come out on the NES?
Law of the West was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987; the original game dates back to 1985.
Who made Law of the West?
It was developed by Accolade and published by Pony Canyon.
Is Law of the West multiplayer?
No. Law of the West is a single-player game.
How long does Law of the West take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Law of the West typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Law of the West 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.