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MagMax
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Nihon Bussan |
| Publisher | FCI |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
MagMax is a shoot 'em up released in 1986 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Nihon Bussan and published by FCI.
It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest.
MagMax 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
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing MagMax 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.
MagMax cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives In A 1-Player Game | SZVVYTVG |
|---|---|
| Both Players Have Infinite Lives In A 2-Player Game | AEEVITPA |
| Both Players Start With 1 Life | AEKGKLZA |
| Both Players Start With 6 Lives | IEKGKLZA |
| Both Players Start With 9 Lives | AEKGKLZE |
MagMax walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for MagMax.
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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.
MagMax FAQ
When did MagMax come out on the NES?
MagMax was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.
Who made MagMax?
It was developed by Nihon Bussan and published by FCI.
Is MagMax multiplayer?
Yes. MagMax supports up to 2 players.
How long does MagMax take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, MagMax 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 MagMax 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.