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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Metal Storm
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Tamtex |
| Publisher | Irem |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Metal Storm is an action game released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Tamtex and published by Irem. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
Tamtex also made Gekitotsu Yonku Battle for the NES.
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 Metal Storm 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.
Metal Storm cheats & codes
49 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 6 Lives | TEXUNLZA |
|---|---|
| Start With 9 Lives | PEXUNLZE |
| Infinite Lives | AASOYYPA |
| Start With Extra Weapons | NNNLOLAE |
| Slower Timer | AVKYPSGL |
| Faster Timer | AXKYPSGL |
Metal Storm 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.
Metal Storm FAQ
When did Metal Storm come out on the NES?
Metal Storm was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Metal Storm?
It was developed by Tamtex and published by Irem.
Is Metal Storm multiplayer?
No. Metal Storm is a single-player game.
How long does Metal Storm take to play?
As an action game, Metal Storm 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 Metal Storm 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.